US President Donald Trump was ceremonially welcomed at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This visit, Trump's first to China since 2017, aims to address critical issues including trade, technology, and Taiwan, which have become increasingly contentious. Xi emphasized the need for both nations to avoid the so-called Thucydides trap, a term referring to the potential for conflict between established and rising powers. The agenda includes discussions on the ongoing situation in Iran, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicating that the US hopes China will encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Taiwan's Foreign Minister expressed concern about the summit's implications for Taiwan-related issues, particularly regarding US arms sales. Trump's delegation includes prominent business leaders like Tim Cook and Elon Musk, underscoring the significance of trade negotiations during this visit. The outcome of this summit could reshape US-China relations for years to come.