10.03.2025 23:00
U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping's officials have begun discussions for a possible summit that could take place in June.
It has been suggested that officials from both countries have started discussions for a possible summit in June between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
According to a report by the American Wall Street Journal (WSJ), based on sources familiar with the matter, the two leaders may hold a meeting in the coming months.
PREPARATORY CONTACTS BETWEEN OFFICIALS OF THE TWO COUNTRIES
According to the news, U.S. and Chinese officials have begun contacts for a possible summit that would bring Trump and Xi together in the U.S. in June.
Amid intensifying discussions over tariffs between the U.S. and China, it is suggested that the summit could provide Washington with an advantage in negotiations with Beijing.
It has been noted that the summit, which is still in its early stages, could have a theme that encompasses the birthdays of the two leaders, which are only one day apart.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Through their representatives, Trump and Xi had expressed interest in a possible leaders' summit since Trump won the presidential election in November. Trump, who imposed a 20% tariff on China, had stated in his recent comments that he gets along well with Xi and is open to a meeting.