Xi Jinping to begin multi‑day visit to Washington, discuss trade and AI

Former President Donald Trump is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a multi‑day visit to Washington, during which the two leaders are expected to cover a broad agenda that includes trade, artificial intelligence and other strategic topics. The talks, scheduled to begin later this week, mark the first high‑level engagement between the United States and China since the latter’s last state visit in 2019 and come amid ongoing tensions over tariffs, technology transfer restrictions and geopolitical competition in the Indo‑Pacific region.

U.S. officials have indicated that the discussions will aim to address lingering trade disputes, explore cooperation on emerging AI standards, and assess bilateral security concerns. Both sides have signaled a willingness to explore pathways for de‑escalation while safeguarding national interests, suggesting the meetings could influence future policy directions on economic and technological fronts. The outcome of the talks is expected to be closely monitored by businesses and policymakers worldwide for indications of any shift in the U.S.–China relationship.