Washington/Beijing( The COW News Digital) In a significant diplomatic development, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to hold a high-level meeting next week to discuss bilateral trade relations and other key global issues, according to senior American officials.
An unnamed U.S. administration official revealed that preparations for the meeting are underway and that both leaders are likely to address “core trade concerns and strategic cooperation.” The official added that discussions could also extend to security, technology, and regional stability, amid rising competition between the two global powers.
The anticipated meeting comes at a time when Washington and Beijing are navigating renewed trade tensions, triggered by U.S. concerns over China’s recent economic policies and new regulatory measures announced earlier this month. Reports suggest that the White House views some of China’s latest economic decisions as “restrictive and counterproductive” to fair trade practices.
Meanwhile, the Chinese Embassy in Washington issued a sharp response, accusing the U.S. of “baseless allegations” regarding trade matters. “We strongly oppose these unfounded accusations and the related investigations,” the embassy said in a statement, urging Washington to “correct its erroneous approach immediately.”
The upcoming meeting between Trump and Xi is expected to be their first direct engagement in months, as both nations grapple with economic uncertainty and shifting geopolitical alliances. Analysts note that the dialogue could set the tone for the next phase of U.S.-China trade dynamics, particularly in the wake of tightening global supply chains and evolving sanctions regimes.
Experts in international trade believe the meeting may lead to incremental progress rather than a breakthrough, given the wide policy gaps between the two sides. “Both leaders are under domestic and international pressure to de-escalate tensions,” said a Washington-based economist. “However, a comprehensive trade deal remains unlikely at this stage.”
The meeting’s agenda is also expected to touch upon intellectual property issues, tariff adjustments, and market access, areas that have long fueled trade friction between Washington and Beijing.
If confirmed, the meeting will mark a crucial moment for U.S.-China relations, offering a potential pathway toward renewed dialogue amid deepening global trade uncertainty.
