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Trump, Xi Extend Beijing Summit Into Second Day of Negotiations

Freightwatch Reporter

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Saturday, May 16, 2026

President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping continued high-level discussions Friday at Beijing's leadership compound, marking the second day of their summit. The talks yielded several concrete developments in U.S.-China relations. China committed to purchasing more than 200 Boeing aircraft, signaling a major commercial agreement between the nations. The leaders addressed multiple geopolitical matters, including Iran negotiations, with Xi's government offering assistance on the issue. Both sides also discussed establishing guardrails for ongoing competition. Xi characterized the summit as a landmark moment in bilateral relations as Trump departed Beijing. The extended talks underscored efforts by both capitals to stabilize ties amid broader strategic competition.

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