Trump Announces April Meeting with Xi Jinping, Plans Reciprocal US Visit
US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he will be meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping in April, while Xi is expected to visit the United States later this year. In a statement to reporters, Trump did not specify an exact date for the April meeting but expressed optimism about the upcoming engagements.
Trump stated, "I'll be visiting President Xi Jinping in April. He's coming here later in the year, and I look forward to it. Our relationship with China is very good right now." This announcement follows a comprehensive 90-minute phone call between the two leaders on February 4, which Trump detailed in a subsequent post.
Key Topics Discussed in Recent Phone Call
During the February 4 conversation, Trump and Xi covered a wide range of critical issues, highlighting the depth of their diplomatic dialogue. Trump described the call as "excellent" and "long and thorough," with discussions including:
- Trade relations between the US and China
- Military cooperation and strategic matters
- The upcoming April trip to China by Trump
- The status of Taiwan
- The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war
- Current situation with Iran
- China's purchase of oil and gas from the US
- Consideration of additional agricultural product purchases, including increasing soybean imports to 20 million tons for the current season
- Airplane engine deliveries
Trump emphasized that all subjects discussed were "very positive," and he expressed confidence in achieving many positive results over the next three years of his presidency regarding US-China relations.
Optimism and Mutual Respect in US-China Relations
Trump further elaborated on the state of bilateral ties, noting, "The relationship with China, and my personal relationship with President Xi, is an extremely good one, and we both realise how important it is to keep it that way." This sentiment underscores a commitment to maintaining constructive dialogue amid global challenges.
According to Chinese state media Xinhua, during the call, Xi Jinping stressed that the United States and China should pursue "win-win outcomes" based on equality and mutual respect. Additionally, China urged Washington to roll back what it described as negative measures against China, as per a readout from China's ministry of foreign affairs.
The planned meetings in April and later this year are seen as pivotal steps in reinforcing diplomatic channels and addressing mutual concerns. As both nations navigate complex international landscapes, these summits aim to foster cooperation and stability in US-China relations.
