Xi Plans September Summit with Trump, Putin in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping is planning to host a trilateral summit with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in September, aligned with the 80th anniversary parade commemorating the end of World War II in Tiananmen Square. Putin has already accepted the invitation to attend the parade, and Trump is expected to be invited, as recent trade deals between the US and China have improved relations. Analysts and commentators suggest that a joint appearance by the three leaders would send a strong message of peace, stability, and solidarity, especially highlighting historical alliances against Japanese militarism during World War II. The summit is also seen as an opportunity for Xi to demonstrate unity with Russia and potentially divert domestic attention from China's economic challenges. While some analysts speculate Trump might prefer to meet on US soil, the timing of the parade provides a convenient and symbolic occasion for the meeting. This potential summit reflects China's strategic positioning to recalibrate its relationships with both the US and Russia amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.