Xi Jinping and Donald Trump Plan Future Meetings as US Visit Concludes
Chinese President Xi Jinping announces plans to meet with President Donald Trump twice more before year-end, concluding a state visit marked by pomp and limi...
POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his state visit to the United States on Friday, September 25, 2026, by announcing that he will meet with President Donald Trump two more times before the end of the year.
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The promise of additional meetings came at the close of a three-day visit that has been criticized for its focus on ceremony over substantive outcomes. Despite the lack of major breakthroughs on issues such as trade and artificial intelligence, both leaders emphasized their commitment to maintaining a harmonious relationship.
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During the visit, the two leaders discussed various global issues, including the ongoing war in Iran. However, specific details of these discussions were not disclosed. The visit also included a tour of the National Archives, where Xi viewed the U.S. Constitution and other foundational documents, symbolizing the contrast between the two nations’ long and short histories.
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Despite the criticism from some analysts, the visit was marked by a strong display of diplomatic courtesy, with both leaders expressing satisfaction with the outcomes. The upcoming meetings are expected to take place at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Shenzhen, China, in November, and at the G20 summit in Miami, Florida, in December.
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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
