Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Trump Clarifies China Summit Stance Amid Trade Talks
President Trump says he is not trying to set up a meeting with the leader of China, Xi Jinping.
He said he would only go to China if Xi invites him, which he says has already happened.
This comes as officials from both countries are meeting to talk about their trade issues.
They've had disagreements about trade, and they are trying to find a way to work together.
These talks might lead to a future meeting between Trump and Xi.
Trump stated he is not seeking a summit with Xi Jinping.
He would only visit China if invited by President Xi, who he claims extended an invitation.
The statement follows reports of US and China officials holding trade talks in Stockholm.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met in Stockholm.
The meetings are to discuss trade and economic issues amidst existing trade tensions.
- Who
- US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping
- What
- Trump stated he is not seeking a summit with Xi Jinping.
- When
- July 28th
- Where
- China (potential visit)
- Why
- Amidst trade tensions and talks between officials to ease tensions.
Donald Trump
Media
Summit Discussions
Donald Trump
Not seeking a summit.
Media
News reports suggested a summit was being sought.
- US President
- Donald Trump
- Chinese President
- Xi Jinping
- Location of Talks
- Stockholm, Sweden
- US Official
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
- Chinese Official
- Vice Premier He Lifeng
Sources
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