A top U.S. official’s assertion that the president extended an invitation to China’s leader during recent talks has been directly contradicted by the White House, deepening uncertainty over diplomatic engagements between the two nations. The denial comes after the U.S. Ambassador to China publicly stated that an offer was made last week, raising questions about coordination between administration officials. With tensions remaining high, the conflicting accounts highlight ongoing challenges in clarifying the scope of high-level discussions. The dispute underscores the sensitivity of diplomatic communications amid broader geopolitical strains.
The president has since denied U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue's claim that he made the offer to Xi Jinping last week
