Trump Says He Is Open to Trilateral Summit With Putin and Xi
President Donald Trump expressed openness to a trilateral summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss denuclearization, suggesting the meeting could be held in China.
Sioux Falls, SD, October 20, 2026 —
President Donald Trump expressed openness to holding a trilateral summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss denuclearization, according to the information provided.
Trump suggested the meeting could take place in China. The statement, as summarized, describes a possible venue rather than a confirmed location. It does not say whether Putin or Xi has agreed to attend, or whether any planning for a summit is underway.
The proposed discussion would focus on denuclearization. No further details were provided about the scope of that topic, the countries or issues that would be covered, or what outcomes the leaders might seek.
The timing of the remarks was not specified. The information also does not identify a proposed date, explain whether the leaders have discussed the idea directly, or provide details about potential diplomatic preparations. As a result, the prospect described remains an expression of openness, not a confirmed summit announcement.
It is not clear from the available information whether the suggestion of China as a venue reflects a formal proposal or a possibility raised by Trump. No response from Putin or Xi was included.
Story summarized from the original created by Chad de Guzman on time.com, see more information here.
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