Trump and Xi summit

Analysts are weighing in ahead of the anticipated meeting between Trump and Xi, with expectations largely tempered. Experts suggest the summit is likely to prioritize stabilizing the broader relationship between the two countries rather than producing major breakthroughs. Some commentators are skeptical of the substantive value of the talks, characterizing them as more symbolic than consequential.

As it ran

24 September 2026

• Trump and Xi summit may just be a ‘horse and pony show’, experts say Al Jazeera
• Trump and Xi summit will focus on ‘stalibising’ ties, experts say Al Jazeera
• Trump and Xi summit will focus on ‘stabilising’ ties, experts say Al Jazeera
• Trump should warn China's Xi against strengthening ties with Iran during war, expert says Fox News
• China's Iran ties loom over Trump-Xi summit as expert warns of escalation Fox News