WASHINGTON (Diya TV) — President Donald Trump is planning to travel to Beijing in the first week of April for a long-anticipated summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to three people familiar with the plans. The visit would mark a key moment in U.S.-China relations, with trade, global security, and Taiwan expected to dominate the talks.
The sources spoke on condition of anonymity because the White House has not formally announced the trip. While Trump previously committed to visiting China in April, the exact dates remain under discussion. A White House official said planning is ongoing and no final schedule has been locked in. The Chinese embassy in Washington did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
The Trump-Xi summit comes at a sensitive time for both nations. Tensions between Washington and Beijing have remained high over trade imbalances, technology restrictions, and competing global influence.
The two leaders last met in person during a summit in South Korea in October. That meeting focused largely on economic cooperation and regional stability. At the time, Taiwan did not feature in official summaries of their discussions. Since then, relations have faced new strains. Both governments have signaled interest in stabilizing ties, but deep disagreements remain. The upcoming Beijing visit could shape the tone of U.S.-China relations for months, if not years.
Trump and Xi spoke by phone last week in what officials described as a preparatory call for the summit. According to Trump, the conversation covered a wide range of topics, including trade disputes and ongoing foreign conflicts.
For the first time publicly, Trump confirmed that Taiwan came up during the call. The issue did not surface during their last in-person meeting, based on official readouts released at the time. The mention of Taiwan suggests it could play a central role in the upcoming talks. It also highlights a potential flashpoint that could complicate efforts to ease broader tensions.
Taiwan remains one of the most sensitive topics in U.S.-China relations. Beijing considers the self-governed island part of its territory and has opposed any foreign support for Taiwan’s government. The United States does not formally recognize Taiwan as an independent nation. However, it maintains strong unofficial ties and remains Taiwan’s main source of defensive weapons.
Recent U.S. statements and actions related to Taiwan have drawn sharp criticism from China. Any direct discussion of the issue between Trump and Xi could raise the stakes ahead of the summit. Analysts say Taiwan could test the limits of cooperation between the two leaders. Even small shifts in tone or language could carry major diplomatic consequences.
Trade is also expected to feature prominently during the Beijing talks. The United States and China continue to spar over tariffs, market access, and supply chain controls. Trump has repeatedly accused China of unfair trade practices. Beijing has pushed back, calling for dialogue and mutual respect.
Beyond trade, the leaders are likely to discuss global security issues. These include conflicts in Eastern Europe and the Middle East, as well as North Korea’s nuclear program. Both countries hold influence in these areas, though their priorities often differ. The summit offers a chance to explore limited cooperation, even amid rivalry.
