Trump, Xi Extend Trade Truce Amid Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the White House for talks on trade, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and security, followed by a state dinner. They extended the U.S.-China trade truce until January 10, 2027; Xi also described a new trade arrangement whose details were not disclosed. Both leaders struck conciliatory notes and called for dialogue, but major differences over tariffs, technology controls, rare earths and Taiwan remained unresolved, with few concrete breakthroughs reported. Xi urged Washington to oppose Taiwan independence and called for AI cooperation, while the leaders also discussed conflicts and regional security concerns.