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Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan have a chat over tea with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 25, 2026. (Xinhua/Yao Dawei)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday agreed to build a constructive relationship of strategic stability based on respect, fairness and reciprocity.

The consensus was reached during a tea chat at the White House attended by Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, and Trump and his wife, Melania Trump.

Xi said the trip to Washington was his first state visit to the United States in 11 years.

During the visit, the two sides added new substance to the vision for the China-U.S. relationship, and agreed to jointly build a constructive relationship of strategic stability based on respect, fairness and reciprocity, Xi said.

The two sides also achieved mutually beneficial outcomes in the economic and trade fields, which will be welcomed by the people of both countries and the international community, he added.

Stressing that the future of China-U.S. relations is bright, Xi said that it reflects the trend of history.

The road to a bright future is often winding, with difficulties and challenges bound to arise along the way, Xi said, adding that it is in line with the laws governing the development of things.

Xi said he is willing to work with Trump to write a new chapter in the history of China-U.S. relations with the courage and a sense of responsibility to history.

Calling Xi’s state visit to the United States constructive and very successful, Trump said that the two sides held in-depth exchanges on U.S.-China relations and major international and regional issues, achieving positive outcomes that will benefit both countries.

He said he looks forward to maintaining close contact with Xi and jointly guiding the development of U.S.-China relations.

After the tea chat, Xi and Peng, accompanied by Trump and Melania, visited the U.S. National Archives. They walked together into the central hall, where they were briefed on the National Archives and its exhibits.

The archives carry the wisdom of the forebears and offer insights for the future, Xi said, adding that over the past 250 years, the American people have pursued the American Dream and built a prosperous country and a beautiful home on the North American continent.

The Chinese people, inheriting 5,000 years of Chinese civilization, have continued to make new achievements on the new journey toward realizing the Chinese Dream of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, Xi said.

As two distinctive countries, China and the United States have different histories and cultures, social systems and development paths, Xi said.

However, the people of the two countries share the same aspiration for a better life despite the differences, he said.

If the two countries recognize and respect their differences, deepen mutual understanding and learn from each other, seek the biggest common denominator, expand the list of areas for cooperation, and properly manage differences, China-U.S. relations will enjoy steady and sustained growth, Xi said. ■

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan, together with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump, pose for a group photo at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 25, 2026. Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, had a chat over tea with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, on Friday. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan visit the U.S. National Archives, accompanied by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump, after their tea chat in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 25, 2026. Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, had a chat over tea with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, on Friday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan visit the U.S. National Archives, accompanied by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump, after their tea chat in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 25, 2026. Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, had a chat over tea with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, on Friday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Charles Oluwole of Nigeria’s Revenue Service Accelerates Modernization through Digital Innovation
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‎In the heart of West Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria is steadily advancing its public sector modernization agenda by leveraging cutting-edge digital infrastructure to enhance revenue collection and financial transparency.
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‎At the forefront of this technology-driven transformation is Moyo Charles Oluwole, Director of the Enterprise Application Department within the Technology Directorate at the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS).
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‎​Under Oluwole’s leadership, the NRS has embarked on a comprehensive restructuring of its enterprise applications, replacing fragmented, legacy tax administration routines with unified digital platforms. The initiative aims to streamline processes for individuals and businesses while strengthening the nation’s fiscal stability.
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‎​”Digital transformation is not merely about adopting technology; it is about creating efficient, transparent, and user-centered systems that drive national development,” Oluwole said in in Nairobi during the WSO2 Conferences
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‎Among the core achievements of this ongoing modernization push is the centralizing of revenue portals into single-window interfaces to improve taxpayer compliance and significantly reduce processing delays.
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‎​Furthermore, the team has implemented real-time data integration across key government agencies, commercial banks, and trade registers to ensure accurate tax assessment and minimize revenue leakage.
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‎​By replacing paper-heavy workflows with secure enterprise applications, the NRS has facilitated automated e-filing and digital payment reconciliation, creating a seamless experience for users nationwide.
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‎​Economic analysts note that Nigeria’s emphasis on digital public infrastructure aligns with broader global trends toward electronic governance across developing economies. By boosting non-oil revenue collection efficiency, the NRS’s software modernization efforts provide an essential foundation for sustainable economic growth and public infrastructure investment across Africa’s most populous nation.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping said Thursday that while China and the United States compete in artificial intelligence, they have even more reason to cooperate.

During talks with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, Xi said that as two major AI powers, China and the United States should leverage their respective strengths rather than guard against each other.

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Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Melania Trump, wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, visit the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Liu Bin)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) — Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Melania Trump, wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, visited the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington on Thursday.

Peng and Melania visited exhibition halls including the Peacock Room. Peng expressed appreciation for the U.S. side’s return of Chinese cultural relics to China on multiple occasions in recent years, expressing hope that China and the United States would continue to strengthen cooperation on cultural exchanges and cultural heritage protection, and deepen the friendship between the two peoples.

After the tour, Peng and Melania watched American teenagers sing Chinese songs together and had cordial exchanges with them. Peng encouraged them to continue studying the Chinese language and culture and to become envoys of friendship between China and the United States.

The National Museum of Asian Art is a renowned U.S. institution dedicated to the collection, research and exhibition of Asian art. ■

Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Melania Trump, wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, visit the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Liu Bin)

Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Melania Trump, wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, visit the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday morning attended a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. ■

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan pose for a group photo with U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Yin Bogu)

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Xie Huanchi)

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

U.S. President Donald Trump holds a welcome ceremony for Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

A military flyover is pictured during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday morning attended a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. (Photo by Sheng Jiapeng/Xinhua)

A military flyover is pictured during a welcome ceremony at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, Sept. 24, 2026. Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday morning attended a welcome ceremony held by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. (Xinhua/Yin Bogu)

* China and the United States should work in the same direction and promote a stable relationship featuring cooperation as the mainstay, moderate competition, manageable differences and promises of peace, Xi said in a written speech upon his arrival.

* Xi said he looks forward to having in-depth exchanges with Trump on major issues concerning bilateral relations and the world situation, constantly enriching the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability, and expanding the space for exchanges and cooperation in various fields between the two countries.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The visit has drawn wide attention as the two countries seek to stabilize their relationship, deepen cooperation and work together to address global challenges.

RARE PLANESIDE WELCOME

Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, received a rare planeside greeting by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, upon their arrival. After Xi and Peng descended from their plane, the two presidential couples shook hands and exchanged greetings on the tarmac.

A red carpet was rolled out for the Chinese presidential couple, with honor guards lining up on both sides to pay their respects. Two American children presented bouquets of flowers to Xi and Peng.

The welcome ceremony also included a 21-gun salute, the playing of the national anthems of both countries and a military flyover.

The 21-gun salute is among the highest military honors accorded to a visiting head of state, but is rarely rendered at an airport.

The gesture is notable even by broader diplomatic standards, as the arrangement has been described by U.S. media as a “rare” and “unusual” departure from protocol, as U.S. presidents typically receive visiting foreign leaders at the White House rather than greet them at the airport.

Xi’s arrival kicked off a three-day state visit to the United States, which comes just months after Trump’s China trip in May. The exchange of visits between the two heads of state within six months is of historic and milestone significance, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said on Monday.

PARTNERS, NOT RIVALS

In a written speech upon his arrival, Xi extended sincere greetings and best wishes to the U.S. people on behalf of the Chinese people.

China and the United States are both great countries, and the two peoples are both great peoples, Xi said, adding that the two peoples have maintained friendly exchanges for a long time and their interests are deeply intertwined.

China and the United States should be partners, not rivals, he said, noting that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand, and that the two countries can help each other succeed and advance the well-being of the whole world.

Xi noted that he and Trump agreed to build a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability during Trump’s visit to China in May, which has provided strategic guidance for the future development of bilateral ties.

China and the United States should work in the same direction and promote a stable relationship featuring cooperation as the mainstay, moderate competition, manageable differences and promises of peace, Xi said.

He said China and the United States, as two major countries, should find a right way to get along in the new era.

Xi emphasized that the world is developing and times are changing, but the historical logic of peaceful coexistence between China and the United States has not changed, the goodwill of friendly exchanges between the two peoples has not changed, and the general expectations of the international community for China and the United States have not changed.

Xi said he looks forward to having in-depth exchanges with Trump on major issues concerning bilateral relations and the world situation, constantly enriching the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability, and expanding the space for exchanges and cooperation in various fields between the two countries.

With joint efforts, Xi said he believes the visit is sure to be fruitful, and will enhance the well-being of the two peoples and add hope for world peace.

WIDE EXPECTATIONS

It is a very important visit, coming at a very important time and against the backdrop of a particularly difficult global political landscape, said Roland Henwood, a lecturer and political commentator at the Department of Political Sciences at the University of Pretoria.

The significance of the visit extends well beyond bilateral ties, as what happens between China and the United States affects the whole world, said Henwood.

Noting that the two leaders have a good relationship and hold regular contacts and good communication, he said that it is vital to have sustained engagement at the presidential level to provide strategic direction and stability for the bilateral ties.

Erastus Mwencha, former deputy chairperson of the African Union Commission, said the state visit sends an important signal — diplomacy remains available as an instrument for managing differences and preventing miscalculation.

It should also be read as part of a sequence rather than an isolated event — the Busan meeting, Trump’s state visit to China in May, and now this reciprocal visit — each building the kind of sustained contact that a single meeting cannot provide, said Mwencha.

Beyond high-level diplomacy, experts pointed to several areas where continued China-U.S. cooperation could have broader international implications.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is one such area. China and the United States have the technological capabilities and international influence to play an important role in addressing the potential risks posed by AI, said Pascal Sery, a financial expert and former member of the National Assembly of Cote d’Ivoire.

They can strengthen dialogue and cooperation on AI safety, governance, ethics and international rules, and work toward broader international consensus, he said.

Abu Bakr al-Deeb, an advisor at the Cairo-based Arab Center for Research and Studies, said counternarcotics is one of the areas where cooperation between China and the United States can produce very practical results.

Drug trafficking and other forms of transnational crime do not stop at national borders, so countries have a common interest in sharing information and coordinating their efforts, he said.

There have already been concrete examples of cooperation this year as Chinese and U.S. authorities have worked together on drug-related cases, including cases involving trafficking and new psychoactive substances, he added.

Experts also pointed to the broader role the two countries can play in addressing global challenges. Cavince Adhere, a Kenya-based international relations scholar, said the two countries, as the world’s two largest economies, have a responsibility to reduce friction and help safeguard the stability of the global economy and supply chains.

Achieving stability of their relationship is “a public good,” he said. “Reduced U.S.-China friction lowers the risk of global supply chain fragmentation.”■

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States.

Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome.

The welcome ceremony also included gun salute and the playing of the national anthems of both countries.

As Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed him in person at the airport, where a 21-gun salute was fired.

The 21-gun salute is among the highest military honors accorded to a visiting head of state, but is rarely rendered at an airport.

The special arrangement underscores the significance of the visit and the exceptional welcome extended to the Chinese leader.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan step out of the airplane cabin upon their arrival at Joint Base Andrews in the United States on Sept. 23, 2026. Xi arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and Peng were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Liu Bin)

WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome.

American children presented flowers to Xi and Peng. The honor guards lined up on both sides of the red carpet to pay their respects. The welcome ceremony also included a 21-gun salute, the playing of the national anthems of both countries and a military flyover.

In a written speech, Xi extended sincere greetings and best wishes to the U.S. people on behalf of the Chinese people.

China and the United States are both great countries, and the two peoples are both great peoples, Xi said in the speech, adding that the two peoples have maintained friendly exchanges for a long time and their interests are deeply intertwined.

China and the United States should be partners, not rivals, he said, noting that the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation and making America great again can go hand in hand, and that the two countries can help each other succeed and advance the well-being of the whole world.

Xi noted that he and Trump agreed to build a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability during Trump’s visit to China in May, which has provided strategic guidance for the future development of bilateral ties.

China and the United States should work in the same direction, promote a stable relationship featuring cooperation as the mainstay, moderate competition, manageable differences, and promises of peace, Xi said.

He said China and the United States, as two major countries, should find a right way to get along in the new era.

Xi emphasized that the world is developing and times are changing, but the historical logic of peaceful coexistence between China and the United States has not changed, the goodwill of friendly exchanges between the two peoples has not changed, and the general expectations of the international community for China and the United States have not changed.

Xi said he looks forward to having in-depth exchanges with Trump on major issues concerning bilateral relations and the world situation, constantly enriching the connotation of the constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability, and expanding the space for exchanges and cooperation in various fields between the two countries.

Xi said he also looks forward to engaging extensively with people from all walks of life in the United States to deepen friendship.

With joint efforts, Xi said he believes the visit is sure to be fruitful, and will enhance the well-being of the two peoples and add hope for world peace.

On Xi’s way from the airport to his hotel by car, representatives of overseas Chinese and students gathered on both sides of the road, waving the national flags of China and the United States to warmly welcome his visit. ■

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23, 2026, for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

U.S. children present flowers to Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews in the United States, Sept. 23, 2026. Xi arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and Peng were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Zhai Jianlan)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23, 2026, for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Liu Bin)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23, 2026, for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23, 2026, for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 23, 2026, for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump. Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome. (Xinhua/Li Xiang)

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday afternoon for a state visit to the United States.

Xi and his wife, Peng Liyuan, were warmly greeted by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, at the airport in a rare planeside welcome.

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