US President Donald Trump is concluding his first day of discussions with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
According to a Chinese report, Trump received a welcome ceremony at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People before the two leaders conducted a bilateral meeting, during which they talked about the Middle East situation and the Ukraine conflict. The day concluded with a state banquet featuring lobster in tomato soup and crispy beef ribs as the main dishes.
Here’s an overview of the moments from today’s happenings:
Chinese leader Xi Jinping raises a glass during a state dinner at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Thursday. Brendan Smialowski/AFP/Getty Images
President Donald Trump, on the left, tours the Temple of Heaven alongside Xi. Mark Schiefelbein/AP
Employees at a shopping center attempt to catch sight of Trump’s motorcade as it goes by. Hector Ramal/AFP/Getty Images
Trump and Xi participate in a bilateral meeting at the Great Hall of the People. Alex Wong/Getty Images
Xi welcomes Trump at a reception ceremony in the Great Hall of the People. Alex Wong/Getty Images
Kids practice for the greeting ceremony using flowers and flags. Brendan Smialowski/AF/Getty Images
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