Archive · 29 Sep 2026
Xi-Trump Summit Produces Framework for U.S.-China Strategic Stability
Xi Jinping visited Washington to meet Donald Trump.
The two leaders talked about how China and the United States should work together.
China said they want a relationship based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity.
They discussed trade, world peace, and other international issues.
They also agreed to communicate about artificial intelligence.
This communication will cover both the benefits and dangers of AI.
The countries said they would try to manage disagreements and keep competition within limits.
They also agreed to support each other’s APEC and G20 meetings.
Both sides said they wanted their relationship to develop steadily.
Xi Jinping visited Washington from September 23 to 25 at Donald Trump’s invitation.
China said the leaders agreed to pursue a constructive relationship based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity.
The two sides discussed bilateral relations, world peace, development, and cooperation on APEC and G20 meetings.
The United States and China agreed to establish an artificial-intelligence dialogue addressing the technology’s risks and benefits.
The leaders also supported continued economic and trade dialogue, including more favorable treatment for non-sensitive goods.
- Who
- Chinese President Xi Jinping and United States President Donald Trump.
- What
- The leaders discussed China–United States relations and agreed on a framework for strategic stability, economic dialogue, and artificial-intelligence cooperation.
- When
- Xi’s state visit took place from September 23 to 25, with the leaders meeting at the White House on September 24.
- Where
- Washington, United States, including the White House.
- Why
- The stated aim was to promote a constructive and stable bilateral relationship, manage differences, and expand cooperation.
- Visit dates
- September 23–25
- Meeting date
- September 24
- Meeting location
- The White House in Washington
- Relationship framework
- Strategic stability based on respect, fairness, and reciprocity
- AI cooperation
- A bilateral dialogue on artificial intelligence risks and benefits
- Next AI exchange
- Scheduled for November
- Multilateral cooperation
- Support for each other’s 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting and G20 Summit