ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 24 Sep, 16:55 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

Trump touts 'truly great friendship' with China's Xi amid high-stakes state visit

Donald Trump has publicly emphasised a 'truly great friendship' with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a significant state visit.

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Donald Trump has publicly emphasised a 'truly great friendship' with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a significant state visit. This diplomatic engagement highlights renewed high-level engagement between the two nations, focusing on stabilising bilateral relations amidst complex global economic and political landscapes. The visit underscores the importance of personal diplomacy in managing international trade dynamics and geopolitical tensions, offering a moment of potential cooperation and dialogue between the world’s largest economies.

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