Washington (TDI): US President Donald Trump has said he will urge Chinese President Xi Jinping to open up China further to American companies as he travels to Beijing for a high-stakes summit that is also expected to include discussions on the Iran conflict.
Speaking before departing Washington on Wednesday, Trump described Xi as a leader of “extraordinary distinction” and said he would push for expanded access for US businesses, arguing it would benefit China’s development as well.
In a social media post, Trump said he hoped China would “open up” its economy so American companies could operate more freely and contribute to growth in the country.
The visit marks the first by a US president to China in nearly a decade and comes amid renewed tensions over trade, security, and geopolitical conflicts.
A number of prominent business executives are expected to be in China during the trip, including leaders from major US technology companies. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reportedly joined Air Force One during a stop in Alaska, while Tesla CEO Elon Musk is also traveling as part of the broader delegation.
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Apple CEO Tim Cook and other top corporate figures are also expected to attend meetings in Beijing, highlighting the strong business dimension of the visit.
The summit between Trump and Xi is scheduled to take place over two days, with formal talks, a state banquet, and official receptions planned in Beijing.
Key issues on the agenda include trade relations, China’s export controls on rare earth materials, competition in artificial intelligence, and ongoing economic tensions between the two countries. The leaders are also expected to discuss extending a temporary truce in their tariff dispute.
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Trump has also indicated he plans to raise geopolitical issues, including Taiwan and the Iran conflict, during his discussions with Xi. He suggested he believes his personal relationship with the Chinese leader could help prevent major escalation in regional tensions.
While Washington and Beijing continue to compete strategically, both sides have expressed interest in stabilizing ties.
