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Trump Asks China to Delay Xi Summit Amid Iran War
US President Donald Trump requested a one-month delay for his planned Beijing summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, citing the ongoing war in Iran.
US-China Summit Postponement
US President Donald Trump announced he requested China to postpone his planned trip to Beijing by "a month or so" due to the war in Iran. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday, Trump stated, "I think it's important that I be here," indicating a potential, though minor, delay. The visit, which includes a summit with President Xi Jinping, was originally scheduled for March 31 to April 2.
Treasury Secretary's Perspective
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed suggestions that the potential delay was intended to pressure China. While specific details on the new schedule or further reasons for the postponement were not provided, the move signals the US administration's focus on the developing situation in Iran.
*Source: SCMP (2026-03-17)*
