President Donald Trump was returning to Washington after a face-to-face with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday (October 30, 2025), the final day of a trip to Asia that was an opportunity for the leaders of the world's two largest economies to stabilise relations after months of turmoil over trade issues.

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Before they sat down for the 1 hour and 40 minute meeting, there was a rough idea of the agenda, including tariffs, computer chips, rare earth minerals and other points of tension. Mr. Trump repeatedly said he expected to be able to reach a deal with Xi.

But there was no immediate word on their conversation once it ended. Mr. Trump boarded Air Force One after spending five days in three Asian countries. Without speaking to reporters, and the White H

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