Xi Tells Trump: “Let's Be Partners, Not Rivals” (opens in new tab)

Chinese President Xi Jinping told U\.S\. President Donald Trump that the two countries should be “partners, not rivals,” signaling a cooperative tone as the Beijing summit opened\. Trump responded by praising his “fantastic relationship” with Xi and said U\.S\. business leaders were in Beijing to “pay respects” to Xi and China\. Xi also framed the talks as a chance to stabilize ties and benefit both sides, while Trump projected optimism about the relationship’s future\. The summit comes as tr...