Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:43pm on 14 May 2026,Thursday International
Donald Trump struck a notably conciliatory tone during a state banquet hosted by Xi Jinping in Beijing, declaring that “the world is a special world with the two of us united and together.” Trump described bilateral talks as “extremely positive and productive” and called US-China ties “one of the most consequential relationships in world history.” The US president highlighted centuries of cultural and economic links between both nations, referencing early American trade with China, Confucius, Theodore Roosevelt and modern cultural exchanges. Emphasising shared values like hard work and achievement, Trump argued cooperation between Washington and Beijing remains essential for global stability amid rising geopolitical tensions and strategic rivalry. (PC: News18)
