In a significant diplomatic engagement, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping conducted a comprehensive telephone conversation on Wednesday addressing multiple critical bilateral and global issues. The discussion encompassed trade relations, the Taiwan question, several international conflicts, and other matters of mutual concern.
President Trump characterized the exchange as ‘excellent’ through his Truth Social platform, simultaneously confirming his anticipated state visit to China. He expressed particular enthusiasm for this forthcoming trip, emphasizing the strength of both the bilateral relationship and his personal rapport with President Xi.
The dialogue yielded tangible progress on agricultural trade, with Trump revealing China’s consideration of purchasing approximately 20 million tonnes of U.S. soybeans during the current season, accompanied by intentions for expanded commitments in subsequent years. Negotiations extended to energy sector cooperation involving oil and gas purchases, alongside discussions regarding aircraft engine deliveries.
The leaders also addressed pressing international security matters, including the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and issues concerning Iran. Meanwhile, Chinese state media coverage highlighted President Xi’s emphasis on Taiwan as the ‘most important issue’ in Sino-American relations, urging prudent American consideration regarding arms sales to the island.
This diplomatic exchange occurs against the backdrop of Washington’s recent approval of an $11 billion arms package to Taiwan in December 2025—a decision that drew substantial criticism from Beijing. Taiwan President Lai Ching-te subsequently affirmed the continued strength of Taipei-Washington relations, describing cooperation as ‘rock solid’ during press remarks following the Trump-Xi discussion.