President Trump arrives in Beijing

Watch on YouTube ↗  |  May 13, 2026 at 12:29  |  6:12  |  CNBC
Speakers
Eamon Javers — Senior Washington Correspondent, CNBC

Summary

Eamon Javers reports live from Beijing on President Trump's arrival in China, covering the ceremonial welcome and the geopolitical context including the trade war truce and Iran tensions. He discusses the presence of NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang on the trip and the low expectations for an AI deal. The corporate community hopes to extend the Busan trade truce.

  • President Trump arrives in Beijing for the first time since 2017.
  • The pro-forma arrival involves handshakes and a hotel stop before serious talks.
  • Key discussion topics include extending the trade war truce from Busan.
  • The Iran war and China's alliance with Iran add complexity to negotiations.
  • NVIDIA CEO Jen-Hsun Huang joined the trip unexpectedly, raising questions about chip sales.
  • Expectations for an AI deal are low; trade deal extension is seen as more likely.
  • Potential deliverables include aircraft and soybean purchases.
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