Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday said that China and the United States must work together to chart the future of their bilateral ties and make 2026 a “historic, landmark year” that opens up a new chapter in China-US relations.
Xi made the remarks during talks with US President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
During the meeting, Xi emphasized that China and the US share more common interests than differences, noting that success in one country is an opportunity for the other and that a stable bilateral relationship benefits the world.
“We should be partners, not rivals. We should help each other succeed and prosper together, and find the right way for major countries to get along well with each other in the new era,” Xi said.
He added that he looks forward to their discussions on major issues of mutual importance and expressed his commitment to work with the US to set the future course and steer the giant ship of China-US ties.
Trump expressed his pleasure at the welcome ceremony and said he looks forward to the “big discussion” with President Xi.
