Published Sep 24, 2026, 11:08 PM ET · Updated 2 months ago · 2 sources

Diplomacy or ‘diplotainment’? Key takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in Washington

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Diplomacy or ‘diplotainment’? Key takeaways from the Trump-Xi summit in Washington

Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday, with talks on AI, trade and a growing US-China strategic rivalry expected to feature on an elaborate state visit that critics say went big on style but lacked substance. Here are the key takeaways from Xi’s first visit to Washington in more than a decade. Enter your email to keep reading - for free. It takes just 30 seconds We’re committed to keeping our quality reporting open. By registering and providing us with insight into your