Xi to begin 3-day US visit with rare airport welcome from Trump
President Xi Jinping began a three-day visit to Washington, meeting US President Donald Trump. Trump greeted Xi at a military airstrip, a break from protocol. Xi stated that the two countries "should be partners rather than adversaries." He called for a "stable relationship defined by cooperation as the mainstay."
President Trump's airport welcome for Xi Jinping in Washington reflects a tactical shift in US-China relations. This overture suggests a desire to de-escalate tensions. The meeting is a direct contrast to Xi's own protocol in Beijing. The gesture prioritizes optics for both leaders.
For Asia's tech sector, this meeting offers a potential pause in chip export controls. Chinese AI companies, like Huawei, could see a temporary reprieve. A more stable relationship might ease pressure on semiconductor supply chains. This benefits manufacturers in Taiwan and South Korea.
The thing to watch is the specific language around technology trade. Any joint statement on AI or data governance would be significant. A failure to address these areas directly would leave the tech sector uncertain. This meeting is a barometer for future policy.
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