Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the need for cooperation with the USA despite differences, during the meeting with Donald Trump in South Korea.

Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed to his American counterpart, Donald Trump, that China and the United States must collaborate as "partners and friends," despite trade and strategic tensions. The two leaders met in Busan, South Korea, to discuss the trade war affecting the global economy. Trump, who announced the resumption of nuclear tests, called Xi a "formidable negotiator" and looks forward to a fruitful meeting. During the discussions, they talked about reducing tariffs and the possibility of Beijing resuming soybean purchases from the U.S. The summit comes after a period of heightened tensions, including restrictions imposed by China on rare metal exports, essential for the American industry. This meeting marks a continuation of dialogue between the two superpowers, which are facing increasingly fierce rivalry.