Xi Jinping announces program to invite 100,000 young Americans to China

During a state visit to the United States, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced that China will invite 100,000 young Americans to participate in exchange and study programs in China over the next five years. This announcement was made during a White House welcome ceremony on September 24.

The initiative follows recent interactions between President Xi and US President Donald Trump, including a February 2026 phone call where both leaders expressed a desire to advance mutual respect and peaceful coexistence. The diplomatic efforts aim to shape the future of China-US relations through both high-level leadership and grassroots engagement, such as university-level youth exchanges.