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Xi maintains composure during US military flyover for historic tarmac welcome

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Zhang, A. (2026, September 24). Xi maintains composure during US military flyover for historic tarmac welcome. South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3368621/xi-maintains-composure-during-us-military-flyover-historic-tarmac-welcome?utm_source=rss_feed

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South China Morning Post · collected 2026-09-24 · by Albee Zhang

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During Chinese President Xi Jinping's arrival at Joint Base Andrews on Thursday for his visit, he was met with a ceremonial welcome that included military displays such as a flyover by two B-1 Lancer bombers. While US President Trump visibly reacted to the noise and proximity of the aircraft, ducking and grimacing, Xi maintained composure throughout the event, demonstrating poise under the dramatic display.
Written by AI on 2026-09-24, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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The summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on September 24 focused largely on AI regulation amid escalating tensions over advancements in artificial intelligence technology. The meeting aimed to address mutual concerns about the risks associated with rapid AI development but ended with both sides maintaining their positions, despite attempts by China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi to emphasize "equality" and "reciprocity." Chinese state media highlighted the high-level reception Xi received at the White House as a sign of equality between the two nations, while US officials viewed reciprocity more transactionally. This divergence in interpretation has led to skepticism about whether genuine progress was made regarding AI guardrails or broader diplomatic cooperation.

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As Xi arrived at the military base just outside Washington on Thursday, he was greeted with a ceremony that included the US Air Force band playing the American and Chinese national anthems, a 21-gun salute, a guard of honour, a display of six F-16 and six F-22 fighter jets, and a flyover by two B-1 Lancer bombers.
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Xi maintains composure during US military flyover for historic tarmac welcome · assertive framing

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Xi maintains composure during US military flyover for historic tarmac welcome Viral reaction at Joint Base Andrews frames Chinese president’s visit as leaders prepare for crucial talks on trade and security asserted
leaders → maintain → trade
As Xi arrived at the military base just outside Washington on Thursday, he was greeted with a ceremony that included the US Air Force band playing the American and Chinese national anthems, a 21-gun salute, a guard of honour, a display of six F-16 and six F-22 fighter jets, and a flyover by two B-1 Lancer bombers. asserted
that → arrive → bombers
Footage showed that near the end of the US national anthem, reacting to the roaring sound of the B-1 flyover, Trump, who was saluting, ducked, gritted his teeth, turned his head to look at the aircraft, and lowered his salute in front of reporters and cameramen. asserted
who → show → reporters
In contrast, Xi’s gaze followed the bomber to the right as it flew by, revealing minimal physical reaction. asserted
it → follow → reaction
Afterwards, Trump could be seen in the video saying to Xi, “That was really loud”. uncertain
That → see → Xi
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