In the vibrant city of Busan, South Korea, Presidents Xi Jinping of the Chinese mainland and Donald Trump of the United States met on the sidelines of the 32nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting to chart a fresh course for cooperation. 🌏✌️
After three phone calls and letters exchanged since Trump's re-election, this first in-person chat set a positive tone. Both leaders agreed that "dialogue is better than confrontation" and committed to regular communication at all levels. They even swapped invites222mdash;Trump hopes to visit the Chinese mainland early next year, and Xi is ready to head to Washington.
Business at Heart of the Bond
Trade is the glue holding China-US ties together. In 2024, bilateral goods trade skyrocketed to $688.3 billion222mdash;275 times the volume of 1979! 🇨🇳🤝🇺🇸 American companies report strong profits in China, and both sides see business as the anchor, not a stumbling block. As Xi put it, cooperation wins over retaliation every time.
Pillars for the Future
Surveys show 87% believe China-US trade is mutually beneficial, and 84% say closer ties stabilize global supply chains. With over 40% of the world's GDP linked to these two economies, their teamwork is a game-changer. From digital tech to green energy, the possibilities are endless.
In Trump's words: "We will make both the Chinese mainland and the U.S. even better." With friendship and partnership back on the menu, the world is watching222mdash;and hoping for more wins. ✨
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President Xi: China, U.S. should work for good of both nations, world
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