China and US Should Be Partners Rather Than Rivals, Xi Says
· World · The Hindu, New York Times
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged cooperation with the United States, calling for the two nations to be partners rather than rivals, in written remarks published by state news agency Xinhua. He made the comments hours after arriving in Washington on September 23, 2026, and being greeted by U.S. President Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews. Xi emphasized that the Chinese and U.S. peoples have enjoyed long-standing friendly exchanges and that their interests are deeply intertwined. He expressed hope for in-depth exchanges with Trump on bilateral relations and global issues, including trade, technological competition in artificial intelligence, and China's support for Tehran. Xi said the two sides should work toward a stable relationship with cooperation as the mainstay, competition within bounds, manageable differences, and peaceful prospects. He added that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and the goal of making America great again can fully go hand in hand.
Why it matters
The statement signals a potential shift in Sino-U.S. relations ahead of high-stakes talks, which could influence global trade, technology policy, and regional stability in Asia. It directly affects businesses and governments navigating U.S.-China tensions, particularly in sectors like AI and energy.
Read the original report — The Hindu
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