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Trump-Xi White House summit is drawing low expectations amid Iran and trade tensions

Analysts say the Sept. 24 meeting is likely to manage tensions rather than resolve them, with Iran sanctions and tariffs clouding the agenda

U.S. President Donald Trump greets Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of a bilateral meeting at Gimhae Air Base on October 30, 2025 in Busan, South Korea. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images)

President Donald Trump is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House on Sept. 24, but analysts say the summit is likely to produce managed stability rather than major breakthroughs, with U.S. Iran sanctions and lingering trade tensions lowering expectations ahead of the meeting, according to CNBC.

China has not confirmed the visit. The White House is planning a formal state dinner for Xi, according to CNBC, citing a report from MS NOW that drew on four unnamed........

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