Trump’s Rescheduled China Summit Amidst Tensions

President Donald Trump will travel to Beijing for a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping on May 14-15, according to the White House. The meeting was initially scheduled for later this month but was postponed. Trump delayed the trip to remain in Washington, focusing on the US and Israeli military campaign against Iran. Despite ongoing hostilities, the Republican president announced the new summit dates. While the conflict in Iran continues, the US continues to urge Tehran to accept a ceasefire proposal, while maintaining diplomatic engagements with China.