Day 2 of Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing

President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held final bilateral talks today at Zhongnanhai Garden, including a private garden tour and working lunch. Trump described the meetings as highly productive, touting “fantastic trade deals” and announcing that Xi agreed to order 200 Boeing jets (up from Boeing’s ask of 150). Trump called it a major win for American jobs.

Trump praised Xi as “all business,” a “warm person,” and “central casting” for a Chinese leader. He noted their long personal relationship helps solve tough problems. Trump also highlighted expected Chinese investments of “hundreds of billions of dollars” with U.S. CEOs (including Musk, Cook, and Huang) who joined the trip, plus expanded purchases of U.S. agricultural/energy goods. Xi stressed “constructive strategic stability,” urging the U.S. and China to be “partners, not rivals.”

He reiterated that mishandling Taiwan could lead to “clashes and even conflicts,” calling it the most important issue in bilateral relations. Both sides agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and discussed cooperation on Iran.

Summit concluding with state banquet remarks and Trump’s departure.

Beijing: Trump-Xi Summit at Temple of Heaven Concludes with Symbolic Tour

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have wrapped up a joint visit to one of Beijing’s most iconic landmarks, the Temple of Heaven, a 6th-century UNESCO-listed complex that served as a sacred site where China’s imperial rulers once performed harvest rituals.

The two leaders strolled the historic grounds together after concluding formal bilateral discussions at the Great Hall of the People. The excursion followed substantive talks covering a range of contentious issues, including tariff policy, Taiwan, technology export controls, and access to each other’s markets.They also exchanged views on the situation in the Middle East, the Ukraine crisis, and the Korean Peninsula.

The temple tour effectively marked the close of the day’s formal public engagements, with a state dinner anticipated later in the evening as the summit heads into its next phase.

Beijing: The Xi-Trump meeting has now concluded.

The talks lasted just about 2 hours and 15 minutes, per the White House and Chinese state media. The discussion revolved around trade, Taiwan and other differences in the U.S.-China relationship.

In his opening remarks, Xi leaned into a message of cooperation, saying the world had “arrived at a new crossroads” and that the US and China “should be partners rather than opponents.” He cited the “Thucydides Trap” in warning Trump that the U.S. and China must avoid conflict as tensions rise.

Xi raised the sensitive topic of Taiwan, emphasising that “the Taiwan question is the most important issue in China-US relations” and warning that mishandling it could lead the two countries to “clash or even conflict.”

Beijing: President Donald Trump has arrived at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where Chinese President Xi Jinping personally greeted him for their high-stakes bilateral summit. 

Beijing: Foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a news briefing that China welcomes President Trump on his state visit to China. China stands ready to work with the United States, to expand cooperation and manage differences, he added.

Seoul: Lee Jae-myung Holds High-Level Talks with US and China

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung discussed supply chains and critical minerals with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent during their meeting on Wednesday, the Blue House said.

In a separate meeting, Lee told Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng that Seoul would support dialogue between the United States and China.

North Korea was not discussed in either meeting, presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung confirmed.

Trump Heads to Beijing: High-Stakes Xi Summit with Major CEO Delegation

Key topics expected include trade and tariffs, rare earth minerals, AI/export controls, Taiwan, energy deals, and stabilizing ties amid the Iran war. Both sides aim for concrete wins like Boeing aircraft purchases, U.S. agricultural and energy exports from China, and forums to boost mutual investment.

Who’s Who on the U.S. Side President Donald Trump leading the delegation.

– Elon Musk (Tesla CEO) traveling aboard Air Force One.
– Jensen Huang (Nvidia CEO) joined mid-trip in Alaska after not being on the initial list—his addition highlights AI and chip policy focus amid H200 sales uncertainty to China.
– Other top CEOs include Tim Cook (Apple), Larry Fink (BlackRock), Kelly Ortberg (Boeing), David Solomon (Goldman Sachs), and executives from Visa, Mastercard, Qualcomm, Meta, and more—totaling around 16 business leaders.

Full 3-Day Schedule (Beijing Time)

– Wednesday, May 13
Evening: Air Force One arrives in Beijing. President Trump and delegation touch down and begin official program.•

– Thursday, May 14
~10:00 AM: Official welcome ceremony with Xi Jinping
10:15 AM: Bilateral meeting between Trump and Xi
Afternoon: Joint visit to the Temple of Heaven (accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump)
6:00 PM: Grand state banquet hosted by Xi Jinping

– Friday, May 15
11:30 AM: Friendship photo opportunity
11:40 AM: Bilateral tea session / informal discussions
12:15 PM: Working lunch with Xi Jinping
Afternoon: Trump and delegation depart Beijing