President Trump Welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington

Why it matters locally: While not directly impacting daily life, the relationship between the U.S. and China, as underscored by this state visit, can influence trade policies and economic stability that may indirectly affect Maine's industries and consumer markets.

President Donald Trump greeted Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, located outside Washington. The reception occurred as President Xi began his state visit to the United States. This marks President Xi's first state visit in over a decade. The White House traditionally hosts visiting heads of state at the executive residence. President Trump instead met President Xi directly at the airbase.