Trump’s visit marks his first trip to China in eight years and comes amid rising global tensions. The leaders are expected to discuss trade, Taiwan, and Middle East issues.

Trump had originally planned the visit for next week but postponed it to focus on the Iran conflict and its global impact. He confirmed the new dates in a Truth Social post, saying he also plans to host Xi in Washington later this year.

“Our representatives are finalizing preparations for these historic visits,” Trump wrote. “I look very much forward to spending time with President Xi in what will be, I am sure, a monumental event.”

China’s embassy has not provided further details, as Beijing typically announces Xi’s schedule only a few days in advance.

The visit will combine ceremonial pomp with serious diplomacy. While agreements on trade in agriculture and airplane parts are possible, talks are expected to focus on tougher issues, such as Taiwan, where little progress is anticipated.

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Trump has increased U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, angering Beijing, which claims the island as its territory. The Iran war has added another layer of complexity, as Trump seeks support from major oil consumers, including China, to counter Tehran’s moves to block the Strait of Hormuz.

So far, China has not responded directly. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the Iran conflict could take four to six weeks to stabilize, and Xi understood the reasons for the trip’s delay. “President Xi understood that it’s very important for the president to be here throughout these combat operations right now,” she added.