During a press briefing aboard Air Force One on May 15, 2026, US President Donald Trump revealed the extent of American cyber operations against China, asserting, 'We spy like hell on them, too.' This admission came during a bilateral summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where Trump acknowledged that the topic of Chinese cyberattacks on US infrastructure was discussed. He emphasized that both countries engage in espionage, stating that the US possesses cyber capabilities that China may not even be aware of. Despite the cordial atmosphere and ceremonial engagements during the summit, no significant breakthroughs were achieved regarding ongoing trade disputes or the Iran crisis. Xi Jinping expressed concerns about the implications of US actions toward Taiwan, cautioning that any mistreatment could lead to violence. Trump, however, refrained from making any commitments on the matter, indicating that decisions regarding a pending US arms sale to Taiwan would be made at a later date. The summit highlighted the complexities of US-China relations, with both leaders focused on different priorities.