The leaders of the United States, China, and Russia are set to hold an unprecedented trilateral meeting in Shenzhen, China, on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. The meeting, confirmed by the White House, will bring together President Donald Trump, Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
The gathering will focus on issues including nuclear proliferation and the war in the Middle East. According to a White House official, President Trump will not discuss the war in Ukraine or the recent scandal involving Jensen Huang during the meeting. The trilateral format is seen as a significant diplomatic move, given the growing tensions between the world's largest nuclear powers.
This meeting marks the first time all three leaders will convene directly. It follows months of increased diplomatic engagement amid rising global tensions. The APEC summit, hosted in Shenzhen, is a key economic forum where leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region gather to discuss trade and cooperation. The trilateral meeting is expected to take place on Thursday, with Trump concluding his visit to China shortly after.
The decision to hold the meeting comes amid concerns over the stability of international relations. The leaders will aim to address shared challenges, though the absence of discussions on Ukraine suggests a strategic focus on other global issues. The meeting underscores the complex diplomatic landscape as major powers navigate geopolitical pressures.
