Xi Jinping arrives in US for state visit, Trump welcomes him

State visits by leaders of major powers are significant moments in international relations, providing an opportunity for direct engagement on bilateral ties and key issues on the international agenda. On Wednesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the United States, beginning a three-day state visit.

Xi Jinping’s plane landed at Joint Base Andrews. The Chinese president and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly welcomed by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, in a rare ceremony held at the aircraft.

An honor guard lined both sides of the red carpet to welcome the Chinese president. The ceremony also featured an artillery salute and the national anthems of China and the United States.

As reported by CCTV+, Xi Jinping arrived in the United States for a state visit at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump.