Trump Calls Beijing Summit a 'Success' as Results Remain Unclear
President Trump has returned to Washington after a summit with President Xi Jinping aimed at improving U.S.-China relations. Although the leaders discussed various topics, including trade and Taiwan, no formal agreements were reached. The outcomes of the meeting remain unclear as both sides continue to navigate complex issues.
- ▪President Trump met with President Xi Jinping to discuss U.S.-China relations.
- ▪Topics included trade deals, Taiwan, and the situation in Iran.
- ▪No formal agreements were made during the summit.
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CopiedPresident Donald Trump arrived back in Washington, D.C. after a high-stakes summit with President Xi Jinping which was designed to thaw relations between the United States and China. The two leaders talked about trade deals, Taiwan and the situation in Iran but no formal agreements came out of it. NBC’s Julie Tsirkin reports for Saturday TODAY from the White House.May 16, 2026
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