India, Sept. 25 -- US President Donald Trump and China's President Xi Jinping wrapped up the first day of their two-day summit in Washington DC. HT takes a look at what was achieved, what wasn't and how countries like India will be assessing the progress in talks between the two superpowers.

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The day began with President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcoming President Xi and Chinese First Lady Peng Liyuan to the White House. The Chinese leader was welcomed by hundreds of US military personnel, including a stealth bomber and fighter jet flyover.

The two leaders then spoke to the press, largely focusing on the need for stability and cooperation in the US-China relationship. Trump and ...