President Donald Trump announced new diplomatic plans with China following a call with President Xi Jinping on Monday. Trump said he will travel to Beijing in April and will host Xi for a state visit in the United States later in the year. The exchanges mark a renewed effort to stabilize relations after months of negotiations on trade, security and global conflicts.
Details of the Call
According to Trump, the leaders spoke for about an hour in what the White House described as a “very positive call.” Discussions focused on the ongoing U.S. China trade deal framework, which includes China’s commitments to renew soybean purchases and ease restrictions on rare earth mineral exports. Trump said the call also covered the Russia Ukraine war, fentanyl trafficking and agricultural cooperation.
Planned Diplomatic Visits
Trump confirmed that Xi invited him to Beijing in April and that he accepted. In return, the president said he will host Xi for a state visit in the U.S. later in 2026. The plans build on a prior meeting between the two leaders in South Korea at the end of October. Trump said the relationship between Washington and Beijing is “extremely strong,” framing the visits as an opportunity to focus on long term strategic issues.
China’s Position and Key Issues
Chinese state media reported that Xi emphasized Taiwan’s importance, calling its return “an integral part of the post war international order.” The topic had not been discussed during the leaders’ previous in person meeting. While the U.S. statement highlighted cooperation on trade and global security, the difference in emphasis underscores the complex nature of the bilateral agenda. Trump did not mention Taiwan among the topics he prioritized from the call.
Outlook for U.S. China Relations
The upcoming visits signal a shift toward high level direct engagement as both countries work through economic tensions and geopolitical challenges. With trade commitments still pending full compliance from China and sensitive issues such as Taiwan and regional security at play, the scheduled diplomatic exchanges will likely shape the direction of U.S. China relations through 2026.