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Trump, Xi conclude first day of Beijing talks with cautious optimism on trade

President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping wrapped up their first full day of negotiations in Beijing on Tuesday, with both sides expressing hope to stabilize their economic relationship and move past recent trade tensions.

Xi delivered a pointed warning to Trump about the risks of mishandling the Taiwan issue. His remarks underscored underlying concerns despite an otherwise cordial tone at the opening of Trump's first visit to China as a sitting president in nearly a decade.

The talks represent a potential turning point after a year marked by escalating trade hostilities between the world's two largest economies. Officials from both nations signaled commitment to restoring equilibrium in bilateral commerce.