Trump and Xi Jinping Important Phone Call: On February 4, 2026, a significant and lengthy phone call took place between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. This was their first public contact since November 2025 and came amidst efforts to stabilize US-China relations following a one-year trade truce agreed upon during their face-to-face meeting in Busan, South Korea, in October 2025.
The call lasted approximately two hours (according to sources familiar with the matter), and both sides described it as productive, although their statements emphasized different points.
Key Points of the Call
Trump’s Statement
He described it as an “excellent,” “long and in-depth,” and “very positive” discussion. Topics included:
Trade and energy (Trump highlighted potential Chinese purchases of more US soybeans, oil, and gas).
Taiwan (mentioned positively among other issues).
The situation in Iran (Trump pressed Beijing to distance itself from Tehran amidst US efforts to isolate Iran).
Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Plans for a high-level summit during Trump’s planned visit to Beijing in April 2026.
Trump emphasized his “very good” personal relationship with Xi, stating that both leaders recognize its importance for stable relations.
Xi/Chinese Official Statement
Xi emphasized mutual respect, equality, and the resolution of concerns through dialogue. He described Taiwan as the “most important issue” in US-China relations, warning the US to be “prudent” and “cautious” regarding arms sales to Taiwan (China reiterated that it would never allow separation). Xi Jinping expressed hope for progress toward mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation in 2026, citing upcoming events such as China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, the 250th anniversary of American independence, China’s hosting of APEC, and the US hosting of the G20.
This call followed a separate video discussion between Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on the same day (February 4), in which relations with Moscow were lauded.
Broader Context
The conversation aimed to de-escalate recent tensions, including US arms packages to Taiwan, Chinese military exercises around the island, and trade/security disputes. Both sides reiterated their commitment to dialogue and resolving differences, raising the possibility of a Trump visit to Beijing in April.
No major breakthroughs were announced, but the atmosphere was conciliatory – Trump was optimistic about his personal relationship with Xi, while Xi remained reserved but focused on key issues such as Taiwan.
(With agency inputs)