A private meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump took place late Friday at the Zhongnanhai leadership compound in Beijing, concluding the US President’s state visit to China. The informal talks followed a day of formal discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral relations.
During their walk through the gardens of the compound, Xi expressed that the visit marked a historic milestone for China-US relations. He highlighted the agreement on a new strategic vision focused on stability, economic ties, and practical cooperation. Xi emphasized the need to build mutual trust, deepen understanding, and address each country’s concerns constructively.
Both leaders underscored the importance of maintaining open communication and coordination on international and regional challenges. Xi pointed to a shared global aspiration for the two nations to coexist peacefully while pursuing win-win cooperation based on mutual respect. He also contrasted their national ambitions: Trump’s goal to “make America great again” and Xi’s commitment to China's national rejuvenation, while underlining the benefits of closer collaboration for their respective developments.
Trump, expressing gratitude for the hospitality and the invitation to Zhongnanhai, described his visit as highly successful and memorable. He acknowledged the signing of several agreements and the resolution of multiple issues benefiting both countries and the broader international community. Trump reiterated his respect for Xi, calling him an old friend, and said their relationship had grown positively during the visit.
The two leaders agreed to sustain sincere dialogue moving forward, with Trump inviting Xi to visit Washington, DC. Their conversations also covered several regional hotspot issues, reflecting the broader geopolitical significance of the summit. Trump departed Beijing on Friday afternoon, closing a visit that drew global attention to the trajectory of US-China relations.