US President Donald Trump is scheduled to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday, an event marked by significant ceremonial displays. The greeting began on Wednesday when Trump personally welcomed Xi upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, located near Washington. This marks the first occasion in over sixty years that a US president has greeted a foreign political leader directly on the tarmac.
However, Trump’s choice to extend such a high-level honor has caused friction among politicians from both the Democratic and Republican parties.
Politicians complain, but protocol exists for a reason. Let’s see the results.
A first in sixty years feels significant. Hope it leads to real dialogue.
I thought Trump loved Xi. Why the sudden bipartisan criticism now?
Isn’t it interesting that both parties are upset? Seems like diplomacy isn’t popular anymore.