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Trump's China Visit Postponed by 'Iran War' Confirmed for May
President Trump Formalizes May Visit to China
US President Donald Trump has officially announced his visit to Beijing, China, from May 14 to 15 to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This visit was confirmed after being postponed from its original March 31 schedule due to the Iran war. White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that President Xi understood the importance of Trump remaining in the US during active combat operations.
First US Presidential Visit in a Decade and Future Plans
This visit by President Trump marks the first time a US president has visited China in nearly a decade, signifying its importance in bilateral relations. Trump also revealed plans to host President Xi in Washington D.C. later this year. While China has not yet officially responded to the specific dates mentioned by Trump, its Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously stated they were coordinating with the US on the timing of the visit.
*Source: BBC (2026-03-26)*
