Trump announces Xi Jinping White House visit planned for late 2026

President Trump is expected to visit China in April 2026, paving the way for President Xi's subsequent visit to Washington later in the year. This reciprocal high-level engagement is designed to strengthen bilateral relations.

During an NBC News interview, President Trump announces that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the White House toward the end of 2026. Trump states: 'He's coming to the White House, yeah – toward the end of the year. These are the two most powerful countries in the world and we have a very good relationship.' The announcement hints at a potential thaw in US-China relations after trade tensions.

President Trump and President Xi have a wide-ranging call covering trade, Taiwan, Russia's war in Ukraine, and Iran. Trump describes the conversation as 'excellent' and states that both leaders realize how important it is to maintain their good relationship. Xi cautions Trump about arms sales to Taiwan and expresses hope that ongoing issues can be resolved peacefully.

President-elect Donald Trump invites Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his presidential inauguration, extending a diplomatic olive branch while simultaneously threatening massive tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirms the invitation but states attendance remains 'to be determined.'

President Trump and President Xi Jinping meet for approximately 100 minutes in Busan, South Korea. They discuss economic and trade issues, reach consensus on resolving various issues, and agree to enhance cooperation in economic, trade, energy and other fields. Trump invites Xi to visit the United States and expresses his intention to visit China early the following year.