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Trump gives Xi rare tarmac welcome before three-day visit

Source: ABC News Australia · 23 Sep 2026, 23:35 UTC
Trump gives Xi rare tarmac welcome before three-day visit
Image: ABC News Australia · original report

US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac in a rare show of courtesy as Xi began a three-day state visit, according to ABC News Australia. Their expected agenda includes artificial intelligence, trade, Iran and Taiwan. The report provides no details of agreements or negotiations.

US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac as the Chinese leader began a three-day state visit to the United States, ABC News Australia reported. The reception was described as a rare display of courtesy between the leaders. Their meetings are expected to cover several contentious and strategic issues.

Artificial intelligence, trade, Iran and Taiwan are among the subjects listed for discussion. The supplied material does not indicate which issue will receive priority. It also gives no details of the leaders’ opening statements, the wider talks or any agreements expected from the visit.

The report focuses on the welcome and the stated areas of discussion.

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