China Signals Possible Xi–Trump Summit While Rejecting ‘G2’ Framework

The ‘G2’ concept is a reference to a potential partnership between the world’s two largest economies.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (C-L), arrives for a press conference on the country's foreign policy and external relations for the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing on March 8, 2026. Iori Sagisawa/POOL/AFP via Getty Images

As the Iran War continues, China signaled that a meeting between its leader, Xi Jinping, and U.S. President Donald Trump could take place soon, even as Beijing publicly distanced itself from the idea of a U.S.–China “G2” partnership.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the remarks on March 8 during a press conference on the sidelines of China’s annual “Two Sessions” political meetings in Beijing. His comments offered one of the clearest official signals yet that preparations for a potential Xi–Trump summit are underway.