Donald Trump Xi Jinping Meeting Live Updates: US-China Presidents’ meet in South Korea ends, lasts longer than scheduled

The much-anticipated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded in Busan, South Korea, lasting significantly longer than scheduled — around one hour and forty minutes. The extended discussion, held on the sidelines of the APEC Summit, signaled a renewed attempt by both leaders to stabilise strained U.S.–China relations after years of trade and geopolitical tensions. According to official sources, the talks focused on reducing tariffs, improving agricultural trade — particularly U.S. soybean exports to China — and addressing concerns over technology transfer and rare-earth minerals. While neither side announced any breakthrough agreement, the tone of the meeting remained positive and cooperative. President Trump expressed confidence that the two nations could rebuild a “fantastic relationship,” while Xi Jinping emphasised that China and the United States should remain “partners and friends” despite their differences. Analysts view this meeting as an important step toward de-escalation, although major structural issues such as Taiwan, export controls, and strategic competition remain unresolved. Global markets reacted positively to the news, reflecting cautious optimism that dialogue between the world’s two largest economies could pave the way for greater economic stability.