Overview
- Beijing confirmed Monday the May 13–15 state visit, with a welcome ceremony, a Temple of Heaven tour, a state banquet, and working sessions set for Thursday and Friday.
- U.S. officials say Trump will press Xi to curb China’s support for Iran through oil purchases and dual‑use exports, and he will also raise concerns about Chinese links to Russia.
- The economic track points to new forums called a Board of Trade and a Board of Investment plus expected Chinese buys of Boeing jets, farm goods and energy, with a large U.S. CEO delegation including Elon Musk and Tim Cook.
- An extension of the rare‑earth supply truce is under discussion but not assured during the trip, and Washington says its Taiwan policy remains unchanged despite Beijing’s push to halt U.S. arms sales.
- The U.S. seeks to open a standing channel with China on artificial intelligence safety, while officials say Beijing has privately rejected formal talks on nuclear arms.