Trump courts Xi with pomp as China seeks greater global influence
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived Thursday at the White House, greeted by a military brass band, as he was expected to push President Donald Trump on Thursday for a larger role in managing global affairs as the two leaders kicked off a day of pomp and meetings, opening Xi’s rare state visit to Washington.
TL;DR
- Xi Jinping arrived at the White House on Thursday.
- He was greeted by a military brass band.
- Xi is expected to push for a larger global role for China.
- The visit includes a day of meetings with President Donald Trump.
- This is a rare state visit to Washington.