Striking difference between Trump-Xi summit in 2026 and 2017: expert

The 2026 Trump-Xi summit displayed a noticeably warmer and more conversational dynamic compared to the 2017 visit, according to expert Isabelle Vladoiu. She noted the longer handshake duration, increased conversation time between the leaders, and Xi Jinping's personal engagement with Trump. The change in Trump's tie color was also observed as an attempt to align visually with Chinese symbolism.