See how the dialogue between Trump and Xi Jinping went in South Korea.
The meeting marked the first in-person encounter between the leaders in six years and signaled an attempt at rapprochement between the two global powers.
247 - The newspaper Diário do Povo, quoted by Global TimesNew details have been revealed about the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, held on October 30, 2025, in Busan, South Korea.
The meeting, broadcast live, was the first face-to-face between the two leaders in six years and represented an important milestone in the effort to recalibrate Sino-American relations after a period of trade and political tensions.
Greetings and a cordial tone.
Trump was the first to arrive at the reception area, positioning himself in front of the flags of both countries. Then, Xi Jinping entered with firm steps onto the red carpet. The handshake between the two was widely photographed and symbolized the beginning of a new phase in the bilateral relationship.
“It’s a pleasure to see you again,” Xi said, smiling. Trump replied, “It’s good to see you again. We’ll have a very successful meeting, I have no doubt. But he’s a tough negotiator—and that’s not good for me,” he joked, drawing laughter from those present.
Strategic dialogue and a climate of conciliation.
The meeting took place in a VIP lounge at the airport, in an informal setting, but one charged with political significance. According to... People's DailyThe mere confirmation of the meeting had already calmed the international climate of expectation. When asked by a reporter if he intended to sign a trade agreement, Trump replied: “Maybe. I think we’ll have a great understanding. We’ve always had a great relationship.”
At the start of the conversation, Trump called Xi a "longtime friend" and "a respected leader of a great country," expressing confidence that the two could build "a fantastic relationship for many years to come."
Xi Jinping, for his part, adopted a tone of serenity and frankness: “It is normal for two large economies to have differences and friction from time to time. The important thing is to maintain the right course and ensure the stable navigation of the great ship of China-US relations.”
Xi advocates cooperation and mutual respect.
Xi firmly stated that China's development "goes hand in hand" with Trump's vision of "making America great again," emphasizing that the two countries can prosper together and help the world move forward.
“China and the United States should be partners and friends. That is the lesson of history and the necessity of reality,” Xi said. He also reaffirmed that Beijing does not seek to challenge or replace anyone, but only to “manage its own affairs well and share opportunities for development.”
Results and next steps
At the end of the meeting, which lasted more than 100 minutes, Trump described the encounter as "incredible" and "a great success." Surprising reporters, the US president accompanied Xi to the official limousine and greeted him again before departure.
Hours later, a joint announcement was released detailing the results of economic and trade consultations between China and the United States, held days earlier in Kuala Lumpur. The terms "suspend implementation" and "resolve appropriately" were interpreted as signs of moderation and a search for negotiated solutions.
A new chapter in Sino-American relations.
The meeting in Busan symbolized the effort of both leaders to overcome the cycle of confrontations and retaliations that has marked recent years. As Xi Jinping emphasized, "dialogue is better than confrontation"—a phrase that summarized the spirit of the meeting and was widely reported in the international press.
