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During the Beijing summit, Trump said Xi pledged China would not provide military equipment to Iran, a key diplomatic development amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Trump announced that China has agreed to purchase 200 Boeing aircraft, a signal of improving U.S.-China trade relations.

Trump Arrives in Beijing for Two-Day Summit US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on May 14 for a two-day summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The meeting marks another high-stakes face-to-face dialogue between the two leaders, covering trade, technology competition, and regional security concerns. A formal welcome ceremony was held at the Great Hall of the People, with brief public exchanges before closed-door sessions began. According to official sources, discussions will focus on bilateral trade relations, technology export controls, and strategic balance in the Indo-Pacific region. ...

Xi Issues Direct Warning on Taiwan During Beijing Summit During the Beijing summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a direct message to US President Trump: improper handling of the Taiwan issue could lead to serious regional conflict. This warning underscores the central sensitivity of cross-strait relations in bilateral ties. Xi reiterated that Taiwan is an inseparable part of China’s territory and that any external interference would undermine regional stability. He urged the US to respect the One-China Principle and avoid actions that could be interpreted as supporting Taiwan independence. ...

The U.S. Senate officially confirmed a new Federal Reserve chair on May 13, marking a pivotal moment for monetary policy leadership under the Trump administration. Background The confirmation followed months of intense political negotiations. Trump allies repeatedly stated during Senate hearings that further interest rate cuts would require more convincing economic data, particularly given inflationary pressures stemming from the ongoing Iran conflict and global trade uncertainties. Market Reaction Wall Street responded cautiously to the news. Analysts emphasized that the new chair’s policy philosophy will shape future rate decisions, with direct implications for corporate borrowing costs, the housing market, and consumer lending conditions. ...

Donald Trump arrived in China on May 13 for high-stakes talks with President Xi Jinping, marking the first top-level face-to-face engagement since his administration took office. Key agenda items include bilateral trade, the Iran situation, and Taiwan. Trump’s delegation includes Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Analysts note that trade tariffs, technology controls, and regional security will dominate the discussions. The Iran issue is expected to be a focal point. China, as Iran’s largest oil buyer, holds significant leverage. Meanwhile, Taiwan remains the most contentious aspect of U.S.-China relations. ...

US President Trump arrives in China for the first face-to-face summit with Xi Jinping in a decade. Iran war, trade, and Taiwan are key topics. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins the delegation.

Trump and Xi Seek to Keep Iran Differences from Overshadowing China Talks Trump and Xi appeared intent on keeping their deep differences over the Iran war from overshadowing broader bilateral talks, according to Reuters. Both leaders signaled willingness to pursue economic and trade consensus despite divergent positions on the Iran conflict.

Tech giants including Elon Musk and Tim Cook are expected to accompany President Trump on his China visit, highlighting the central role of trade and tech in the diplomatic mission

Trump’s China Visit Faces New Complications from Iran War President Trump’s upcoming trip to China — the first by a sitting US president in nearly a decade — could prove more fraught than his first-term visit, as the ongoing Iran conflict adds a new layer of tension to US-China relations. What’s on the Agenda Trump and Xi are expected to discuss Iran, nuclear issues, trade, and artificial intelligence across multiple sessions. The Iran war’s impact extends far beyond the Middle East, creating ripple effects across the US-China relationship. ...