WATCH: Timing of Trump-Xi talks may be moved, White House says
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Trump's planned trip to China for Xi talks may be postponed.
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced Monday that President Trump's planned trip to China for talks with President Xi Jinping may be postponed. The potential delay affects what would be a significant diplomatic engagement between the world's two largest economies during Trump's second term. Any postponement could impact ongoing trade negotiations and broader U.S.-China relations at a time when tensions remain elevated over issues including Taiwan, technology transfer, and economic competition. The timing change suggests either logistical complications or strategic considerations by either Washington or Beijing. Trump has previously emphasized his relationship with Xi while also maintaining a tough stance on China trade policy.
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