Xi and Trump Meet in Washington as Trade Truce Comes Under Review

2026, September 24

United States / China

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Washington for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump, with trade, technology, rare-earth supplies, artificial intelligence and Taiwan among the issues expected to shape the meeting. The summit comes as both governments try to manage strategic competition while preserving a trade truce that has helped prevent a wider shock to the global economy.

The outcome could affect tariffs, supply chains and technology markets well beyond the two countries. Officials have also discussed creating a mechanism for notifying each other about serious AI-related incidents and establishing a bilateral “Board of Trade” to continue negotiations.