China says 'welcomes' Trump's imminent visit to Beijing
5/13/2026 2:50:09 PM
China said on Wednesday it welcomes a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump, hours before his arrival in Beijing, where he is due to hold high-stakes talks with leader Xi Jinping.
"China welcomes President Trump on his state visit to China," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a news briefing, adding that "China stands ready to work with the United States... to expand cooperation and manage differences".
"China welcomes President Trump on his state visit to China," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a news briefing, adding that "China stands ready to work with the United States... to expand cooperation and manage differences".