Washington, Sept. 24 -- US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) appreciated Chinese President Xi Jinping following the latter's arrival in Washington, calling him "strong, vibrant and fit."

Writing in a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed admiration for the Chinese President and his wife Peng Liyuan's appearance ahead of high-stakes bilateral talks at the White House.

"I met President Xi at the plane (Airport!) yesterday, and he looks strong, vibrant, and fit - Better than ever. Madam Xi, of course, BEAUTIFUL!" Trump posted.

Trump, along with First Lady Melania Trump, welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday (local time) for the latter's three-day state visit to the United States.

Xi's visi...