Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, departing from the usual White House reception for foreign leaders. US service members lined a roughly 100-foot red carpet, and two B-1 bombers flew overhead.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington and Beijing agreed to extend the Busan trade truce, moving its deadline from November to January 10. He announced the deal after meeting Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng earlier Wednesday.
A full state welcome on the South Lawn, a private tea for both couples and a National Archives visit are still ahead. During the two-day visit, Trump and Xi are expected to discuss the broader trade standoff, the AI race and security concerns.
