PoliticsWhy Trump’s rare tarmac welcome for Xi Jinping matters

Name: Why Trump’s rare tarmac welcome for Xi Jinping matters
Uploaded: 2026-09-24T04:13:33.000Z
Description: US President Donald Trump personally welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday, ahead of their Washington summit. Because visiting leaders are typically received at the White House, the unusual greeting stands out as a notable diplomatic gesture.

US President Donald Trump personally welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Wednesday, ahead of their Washington summit. Because visiting leaders are typically received at the White House, the unusual greeting stands out as a notable diplomatic gesture.

CNA 2026-09-24 04:13