Xi to make first US state visit since 2015; summit team composition revealed

China's MFA confirmed Xi Jinping will make a state visit to Washington from Wednesday to Friday, his first since 2015 and second face-to-face meeting with Trump this year. The composition of Xi's delegation signals emphasis on economic and trade expertise, underscoring the high stakes of bilateral talks amid ongoing tariff tensions. Outcome uncertain; markets will watch for any trade concessions or escalation.