President Donald Trump departed for China on Tuesday for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping focused on trade, Iran, energy security, and Taiwan.
According to the report, Trump delayed the meeting earlier this year because of the Iran war. The summit now comes amid ongoing tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, global energy supplies, tariffs, and Taiwan’s future.
🚨 NEW: President Trump’s limos have been spotted in BEIJING as the Secret Service prepares for 47’s HISTORIC visit to China
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) May 12, 2026
DJT will board Air Force One TONIGHT (Tuesday), and be welcomed by Xi Jinping 24 hours after.
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Trump praised Xi ahead of the trip, calling him “an amazing man” and emphasizing their strong personal relationship. Business leaders including Elon Musk, Tim Cook, and Larry Fink were reportedly invited to join the delegation.
Foreign policy analysts told CBS News both nations are seeking stability after the 2025 trade war and recent Middle East turmoil. Taiwan is also expected to emerge as a major issue, particularly over U.S. weapons sales and Beijing’s push for greater control over the island.
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