Trump and Xi will hold a critical meeting in Busan.

Trump and Xi's Busan Meeting

The Spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Guo Ciakun, announced the meeting between Trump and Xi at a press conference held in Beijing. This meeting is expected to involve a comprehensive assessment of bilateral relations and areas of common interest for both leaders.

Diplomacy and Strategic Guidance

Guo emphasized that this kind of presidential diplomacy plays a critical strategic guidance role in China-US relations. It was stated that the discussions would focus on long-term issues and significant matters of mutual concern for the two countries.

Significance of the Meeting

Guo noted, "We are ready to work together with the US to ensure positive outcomes from this meeting, aiming to provide a new direction for the stable development of bilateral relations and significant driving force." The White House also announced that the meeting would take place ahead of the APEC Summit scheduled for October 30 in South Korea.

Trade Disputes and the Future

In recent months, relations between the US and China have been shaped by various issues such as tariff increases and technology restrictions, along with tensions surrounding rare earth elements, over which China controls a significant portion of global supply. The meeting between Trump and Xi could be a critical turning point for resolving these disputes.