President Trump is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington this week, marking Xi’s first visit to the White House in over a decade. The visit comes amid U.S. efforts to limit China’s access to semiconductor chips crucial for AI development and ongoing discussions about the fragile truce on tariffs between the two nations. The visit includes a state arrival ceremony, a formal meeting, and a state dinner. Despite the high-profile nature of the visit, experts do not anticipate significant policy outcomes, as both leaders are known for their cautious and suspicious approaches. The visit is largely seen as a diplomatic gesture rather than a platform for major agreements.
QUESTION: How might the relationship between the U.S. and China evolve if significant policy changes are not achieved during high-profile meetings like this one?
Trump rolls out the red carpet for Xi despite U.S.-China tensions
