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US President Donald Trump Welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington
The Hindu1h
THE BRIEF
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Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on September 23, 2026, for a three-day state visit, receiving a rare planeside welcome from U.S. President Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews.
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The visit includes a formal White House state dinner on September 24 and aims to maintain strategic stability amid high geopolitical tensions over trade, artificial intelligence, and Taiwan.
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The high-profile reception drew criticism from Senator Roger Wicker over ongoing concerns regarding China's military buildup and its support for Iran.