Trump confirms May meeting with Xi Jinping as Iran war forces postponement
Trump's delayed meeting with Xi Jinping will be the first visit to China by a US president since 2017.
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"President Xi understood that it's very important for the president to be here throughout these combat operations right now."
— Karoline Leavitt , Politician
"Both sides are maintaining communication regarding President Trump's visit to China."
— Lin Jian , Other
"We’ve always estimated four to six weeks."
— Karoline Leavitt , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Karoline Leavitt is the White House press secretary.
Lin Jian is a spokesperson from China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
First Lady of the United States known for her social initiatives.
Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland.
Xi Jinping is the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China and President of China.
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Trump's delayed meeting with Xi Jinping will be the first visit to China by a US president since 2017.
President Donald Trump will visit Beijing on May 14-15, 2026, for a rescheduled summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, after postponing his original plans due to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. The trip, initially planned for earlier in the year, was delayed so Trump could remain in Washington to manage the conflict. Despite the war continuing, the new travel dates signal a possible shift toward a resolution, with Trump administration officials hopeful for an endgame within four to six weeks of the attacks, which began on February 28. The summit with Xi is seen as a chance to reinforce a tentative trade truce, though relations have been strained as Trump urged Beijing and other global powers to secure the Strait of Hormuz—a vital oil shipping route disrupted by Iranian attacks on energy infrastructure. Additionally, First Lady Melania Trump and President Trump plan to host President Xi and Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan at the White House later this year. Trump expressed optimism about the summit, stating both leaders are looking forward to the meeting.
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