Trump greets Xi at White House for high-stakes state visit

The leaders are set to have a day of meetings as well as a state dinner.

ByABC NEWS
September 24, 2026, 10:25 AM

President Donald Trump greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday as the leaders are set for a day of meetings and a state dinner in a high-stakes state visit.

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President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, during a state arrival ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, September 24, 2026.
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President Donald Trump stands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during an arrival ceremony at the White House, September 24, 2026 in Washington.
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