Beijing, May 14 -- US President Donald Trump on Thursday met his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, in Beijing for what can be described as a "high-stakes" bilateral engagement between the two sides amid the ongoing tensions over trade, technology, and regional security issues.

Trump was formally welcomed by Xi at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, marking the beginning of a closely watched diplomatic meeting between the two leaders.

Both leaders shared a warm handshake before Trump met members of Xi's cabinet.

Trump also introduced the Chinese President to the members of his cabinet, including US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

Trump was also accorded a ceremonial guard of honour from China's Peo...