Trump welcomes Chinese president to White House despite criticism from some lawmakers

President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House for bilateral meetings in Washington, D.C. The visit, which marks the first such trip by the Chinese leader in over a decade, focused on addressing trade relations, tariff policies, and the development of artificial intelligence.

During the discussions, the two leaders addressed the management of the superpower rivalry between their nations. While the meeting proceeded despite criticism from some U.S. lawmakers, President Xi emphasized the necessity of peacefully managing bilateral tensions.