Trump to Meet Xi in South Korea
The White House confirmed that U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea next Thursday. The talks will take place on the sidelines of the APEC Summit 2025 in Busan, as part of Trump’s Asia tour that also includes stops in Malaysia and Japan.
Focus on Trade and Technology
According to White House officials, the meeting will focus on easing tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Issues expected to dominate the agenda include trade disputes, rare-earth export restrictions, and the growing technological competition between Washington and Beijing.
Preparations Underway
Both sides have already conducted staff-level discussions to prepare for the talks. This marks the first face-to-face meeting between Trump and Xi in months and comes at a time of heightened economic friction and strained diplomatic ties.
Global Significance
Observers say the Busan meeting will be closely watched as it may set the tone for U.S.–China relations heading into 2026. While expectations for major breakthroughs are modest, the summit could at least serve as a platform to stabilise relations and reduce uncertainty in global markets.
