U.S. President to Visit China for May Summit
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Washington — The White House announced Wednesday that President Donald Trump will travel to Beijing for a rescheduled summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping on May 14–15, after the meeting was postponed earlier in March due to U.S. and Israeli military operations related to the Iran conflict.
Officials said First Lady Melania Trump will accompany the president and that President Xi and his wife will make a reciprocal visit to Washington later this year; White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the dates while the Chinese embassy had no immediate comment this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Late February–March: Summit originally planned for March 31–April 2 and preparations proceed.
- 2. Early–mid March: U.S. remains focused on military operations involving Israel and Iran; decision made to postpone trip.
- 3. March 25–26: White House announces new summit dates of May 14–15 via press briefing and social media.
- 4. March–April: Officials undertake logistical, security and agenda planning for the May summit.
- 5. May 14–15: President Trump to meet President Xi in Beijing; reciprocal visit to Washington to be scheduled later in the year.
Why it matters
This summit could impact U.S.-China relations, affecting trade and jobs. Watch for updates on any agreements or disputes. If you're in international business or have investments, stay informed.
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