Xi Jinping arrives in US for state visit, seeking to anchor new strategic stability framework
Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Beijing on September 23 for a three-day state visit to the United States at President Trump's invitation, the second summit between the two leaders in six months. The visit aims to implement the "constructive strategic stability" framework agreed in May, centered on four stabilities: cooperation-led, competition-within-bounds, disagreement-controllable, and peace-achievable. Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng called for concrete steps to avoid an AI "Silicon Curtain" and respect China's red lines including Taiwan.
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People's Daily: Steer the Giant Ship of US-China Relations on the Right Course Forward
This People's Daily article, published on September 24, 2026, analyzes the state of US-China relations following President Trump's state visit to China in May 2026. It highlights Chinese President Xi Jinping's call for the year to be a 'historic and landmark year' for bilateral ties. The article details the establishment of a new bilateral framework called 'China-US constructive strategic stability relations,' which Xi described as cooperation-oriented, with managed competition and controllable differences. Xi posed three fundamental questions about whether the two nations can avoid the Thucydides Trap, cooperate on global challenges, and create a better future. The piece frames the relationship as the world's most important bilateral one, asserting that China's national rejuvenation and America's greatness can coexist and benefit the world. It references the historical 'ping-pong diplomacy' of 1971 as a foundation for current engagement.
Xi Jinping departs Beijing for state visit to the United States at Trump's invitation
Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Beijing on September 23 for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of President Donald Trump, accompanied by his wife Peng Liyuan and senior officials including Cai Qi and Wang Yi. The visit, scheduled from September 23 to 25, marks the second summit between the two leaders within six months, following their May meeting in Beijing where they agreed to establish a 'constructive and strategically stable' bilateral relationship. The article, published by state media, frames the visit as historic and milestone, emphasizing the new relationship framework centered on 'four stabilities': cooperation-led positive stability, competition-within-bounds benign stability, disagreement-controllable normal stability, and peace-achievable lasting stability. It argues this approach rejects zero-sum thinking and aims to manage competition, control differences, and promote cooperation. The commentary also warns against U.S. Cold War thinking and stresses mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation as guiding principles, while highlighting ongoing dialogues in trade, military, and people-to-people exchanges.
Read sourceChinese Ambassador Xie Feng Urges Concrete Steps for US-China Constructive Strategic Stability Ahead of Xi Visit
In a People's Daily op-ed, Chinese Ambassador to the US Xie Feng calls for implementing the 'constructive strategic stability' framework for US-China relations ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit to the US. Xie frames the visit, following President Trump's invitation, as a milestone after 11 years. He argues that 'decoupling' and conflict are unworkable, urging both sides to prioritize cooperation, manage competition benignly, and control disagreements. Xie specifically warns against an AI 'Silicon Curtain' or 'Star Wars,' advocating for joint governance. He emphasizes mutual respect, adherence to agreements, and respect for China's 'four red lines' including Taiwan and development rights. The ambassador highlights improving US public opinion toward China and successful youth exchanges as grassroots foundations for stability. The article presents the visit as a chance to solidify a new bilateral paradigm and avoid a 'Thucydides Trap,' projecting a positive outlook for the relationship under the new strategic framework.
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People's Daily: Anchor New Positioning to Steady China-US Constructive Strategic Stable Relations
This People's Daily commentary, published ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit to the US on September 23-25, 2026, elaborates on the newly established 'China-US constructive strategic stable relations' framework. The framework, agreed upon during the May 2026 Beijing summit between Xi and President Trump, is defined by 'four stabilities': cooperation as the main focus, competition with boundaries, controllable differences, and lasting peace. The article argues this new positioning rejects zero-sum thinking and the 'Thucydides Trap', aiming for peaceful coexistence and mutual prosperity. It emphasizes the role of summit diplomacy, institutional dialogue mechanisms (trade, military, AI), and people-to-people exchanges in stabilizing the relationship. The piece also warns against US Cold War thinking and stresses the importance of correct strategic perceptions, particularly regarding Taiwan, as a red line. It frames the stable bilateral relationship as a global public good essential for economic recovery, regional security, and global governance reform.
Read sourcePeople's Daily: Anchor New Positioning to Steady China-US Constructive Strategic Stable Relations
This People's Daily commentary, published ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit to the US on September 23-25, 2026, at President Trump's invitation, elaborates on the newly established bilateral framework of 'constructive strategic stability.' The article argues that the May 2026 Beijing summit between Xi and Trump set a new direction for US-China relations, defined by 'four stabilities': cooperation as the primary focus, competition with boundaries, manageable differences, and lasting peace. It asserts that this framework rejects zero-sum thinking and the 'Thucydides Trap,' aiming for dynamic balance through cooperation and risk management. The piece highlights progress in military, trade, and people-to-people exchanges, while warning that US restrictive measures contradict the new consensus. It emphasizes that correct strategic perception, mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation are essential for the relationship's success, and that a stable US-China relationship is a global public good. The article concludes by urging both sides to implement the leaders' consensus and steer the relationship toward sustained stability.