A high-profile summit between the U.S. and Chinese leaders wrapped up in Washington, marking a rare moment of concrete agreement amid broader tensions. While the two sides pledged additional meetings this year, key disputes—such as artificial intelligence governance and trade policies—remained unresolved, overshadowing the diplomatic progress. The event highlighted both cooperation and lingering divisions in an increasingly complex bilateral relationship. Details on how these challenges will be addressed moving forward remain unclear.
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a lavish three-day summit in Washington, D.C., Friday, pledging to meet at least two more times this year. It was one of the few, solid commitments announced during the meetings, which saw other high-stakes issues fall to the background. This includes negotiations over artificial intelligence regulation, long-term...
