Trump, Xi meeting not in jeopardy but could be delayed, White House says
- Trump is due to travel to China from March 31 to April 2 for a highly anticipated meeting
WASHINGTON: Donald Trump’s proposed meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping is not at risk but could be delayed as the U.S. president remains focused on the Iran war, the White House said on Monday.
Trump is due to travel to China from March 31 to April 2 for a highly anticipated meeting between the leaders of the world’s two biggest economies.
“I don’t think the meeting is in jeopardy, but it’s quite possible the meeting could be delayed,” spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told Fox News’ “Fox & Friends” program.
Trump, Xi prepare to meet amid Iran war, uncertain goals
Trump told the Financial Times on Sunday he might postpone the meeting if China did not help to unblock the Strait of Hormuz. The Chinese foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.
Leavitt said should the trip be delayed, the White House would announce new dates soon.
“The president’s utmost responsibility right now as commander-in-chief is to ensure the continued success of Operation Epic Fury, as he’s doing 24/7 here at the White House and here at home. So we’ll look forward to announcing those dates very soon,” she said.
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