US Leader Trump Gives Chinese President Xi Jinping Rare Welcome at Military Base

US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese leader Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a rare protocol during his state visit to Washington. Alongside this development, the temporary trade ceasefire between the two countries was extended.

Protocol-Breaking Welcome Ceremony at Military Base

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump took a rare step by personally welcoming Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday evening.

Details of the Grand Welcome

Xi's plane was greeted with a grand ceremony featuring a 100-foot red carpet, a military flyover by two B-1 bombers, and the playing of both countries' national anthems.

Busan Trade Agreement Extended

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the US and China have agreed to extend the Busan agreement—which serves as a temporary trade ceasefire—until January 10, two months ahead of its expiration.

Two-Day Visit Program

The two-day official state visit will include an official welcoming ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, a private tea meeting, a National Archives tour, and a state dinner attended by prominent tech leaders.