Trump China RECAP: President immediately sparks health fears upon arrival - 'Can't walk'
The US President landed in China on Wednesday.
US President Donald Trump has landed in China for crunch talks with President Xi Jinping. However, his visit soon sparked health fears after several social media users claimed that the world leader "can barely walk."
One of the users wrote on X: "He can barely walk. Was really hoping he’d tumble down the stairs.
"I’d say he’s got about 5 more rounds of golf in him until he gets too frustrated with his lack of mobility and either starts heavily cheating or quits."
Another user commented: "He had to summon all his courage to descend that staircase." A third user wrote: "Welllll…..he didn’t bop down the stairs."
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Trump travels to the centre of Beijing as visit starts
Mr Trump is now travelling to the centre of Beijing. Today, he will join a meeting which will be open to press.
Then at 6 pm local time, he will participate in a state banquet, which will also be open to press.
Trump criticises the British Government
Ahead of flying to China, Mr Trump made his latest criticism of the British Government at the White House.
He said it is up to Sir Keir Starmer whether to quit or not as he warned the Prime Minister was “windmilling the country to death”.
The US president also argued the UK needed to get “tough on immigration”.
First visit in China in second term
This visit to China is Mr Trump's first since the start of his second term.
Trump said he was 'looking forward' to his visit
With a post on Truth Social, Mr Trump previously said he was "looking forward" to his visit to China.
Trump's schedule
The CNN has published Mr Trump's schedule for today.
He will by greeted by Xi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Later, the pair will join a meeting which will be open to press.
Then at 6 pm local time, the two leaders will participate in a state banquet, which will also be open to press.
Before these events, there's another meeting which is not open to the press.
'Irreplaceable strategic guidance'
"Interactions between Chinese President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump provide irreplaceable strategic guidance for bilateral relations, Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng said," CGTN also reported.
Communications maintained over the past year
Over the past year, the two leaders have maintained communication through phone calls and a face-to-face meeting in Busan, South Korea, helping prevent major miscalculations and keeping the overall relationship stable, CGTN reported.
How long will the US state visit last?
The US state visit to China will last from today May 13 to May 15.
What are the US and China going to discuss?
The two countries are expected to discuss several topics which will include tariffs, technology, the war in Iran war and the US's relationship with Taiwan.
Full list of business leaders who are joining President Trump on his trip to China
1. Elon Musk, Tesla and SpaceX CEO
2. Tim Cook, Apple CEO
3. Larry Fink, BlackRock CEO
4. Stephen Schwarzman, Blackstone CEO
5. David Solomon, Goldman Sachs CEO
6. Jane Fraser, Citigroup CEO
7. Kelly Ortberg, Boeing CEO
8. Michael Miebach, Mastercard CEO
9. Ryan McInerney, Visa CEO
10. Larry Culp, GE CEO
11. Sanjay Mehrotra, Micron CEO
12. Cristiano Amon, Qualcomm CEO
13. Brian Sikes, Cargill CEO
14. Dina Powell McCormick, Meta Executive
15. Jacob Thaysen, Illumina CEO
16. Jim Anderson, Coherent CEO
What's next?
On Thursday:
Trump will be welcomed at an arrival ceremony with Xi at China's Great Hall of the People The two leaders will then hold talks A state banquet is scheduled for the eveningOn Friday:
Trump and Xi will pose for a photo and share a handshake in Zhongnanhai Garden, the headquarters of China’s Communist Party. Such invitations are typically seen as a sign of closeness and recognition for foreign leaders. The photo‑op will be followed by another formal meeting between the two leaders, along with tea. A working lunch is scheduled afterward. Trump will then return to the airport for a formal send‑off.Has Trump said anything about his visit?
While en route to China on Tuesday evening, Trump said in a Truth Social post that he will ask China to “open up” to US businesses
When was Trump's last visit to China?
The trip marks Trump’s first visit to China since 2017, during his first administration.
Other business leaders arriving Trump
Several high‑profile business leaders stepped off the plane alongside President Trump in Beijing, including the CEOs of Nvidia, Apple, Tesla, and Boeing.
Which US officials are travelling with Trump?
Among those following Trump along the red carpet before their departure were tech billionaire Elon Musk and Trump's son Eric.
Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng receives Trump
Vice‑President Han Zheng was waiting on the tarmac to greet Trump as he stepped off Air Force One — a gesture widely interpreted as Beijing signalling respect for the US President.
During Trump’s 2017 visit, China sent a lower‑ranking official, State Councillor Yang Jiechi, to receive him, making Han’s presence a notable upgrade.
Han had also attended Trump’s inauguration the previous year.
More images of Trump arriving in China
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing.
Why is Trump visiting China?
Donald Trump’s visit to China would typically be driven by a mix of strategic, economic, and diplomatic goals, depending on the moment and the issues at stake.
The US and China have long‑running disputes over tariffs, market access, technology, and intellectual property.
High‑level talks are often used to stabilise or reset economic relations.
President Trump lands in Beijing
US President Donald Trump has touched down in Beijing, beginning a two‑day visit during which he is set to hold high‑stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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