US Senators Push for Stable US-China Relations Ahead of Trump-Xi Beijing Summit

A bipartisan delegation of United States senators visiting Beijing has emphasized the importance of maintaining stable and peaceful cooperation between the United States and China ahead of a high-profile summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping next week.

Leading the delegation, Republican Senator Steve Daines called for stronger diplomatic and economic ties between the world’s two largest economies while urging both nations to avoid further tensions. Speaking during a meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Daines stressed that the United States prefers “de-escalation, not decoupling” in its relationship with China.

The senator highlighted the importance of mutual respect, economic stability, and open communication between Washington and Beijing at a time when global markets remain sensitive to developments in US-China relations. The visit comes just days before Trump is scheduled to travel to Beijing on May 14 and 15 for official talks with President Xi.

Analysts are closely watching the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, which is expected to focus on trade relations, economic cooperation, and regional security concerns. Daines expressed hope that the summit could help revive commercial agreements between the two countries, particularly in the aviation sector.

According to reports from the media pool covering the delegation, Daines pointed out that China has not purchased Boeing aircraft for nearly nine years. He suggested that renewed Boeing jet orders could become a positive outcome of the leaders’ discussions and a signal of improving economic ties.

Despite optimism surrounding the visit, the senator acknowledged that trade disputes and economic disagreements remain ongoing challenges between the United States and China. Still, both sides appear eager to reduce tensions and promote a more stable bilateral relationship as global economic uncertainty continues to grow in 2026.