Xi Welcomes Trump, Says Taiwan Is Most Important Issue in US-China Ties
US President Donald Trump received a grand welcome in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Opening remarks emphasized partnership, with Xi calling for 2026 to be a landmark year and Trump predicting bilateral relations will be better than ever. Chinese state media reported that Xi warned Trump that Taiwan is a critical red line that could trigger conflict if mishandled. Meanwhile, Taipei is closely monitoring the situation, saying Washington’s security support remains unwavering.
