Despite Trump's invitation, Xi Jinping has no plans to attend his inauguration, according to media reports.

The leader of China, Xi Jinping, does not plan to visit Washington to participate in Donald Trump's inauguration ceremonies in January 2025. According to media reports, the Chinese ambassador to the U.S. and his wife are expected to attend the ceremony. Other Chinese diplomats and high-ranking officials may also be present, but not Xi Jinping, whom Trump personally invited.

This was reported by CBS News. The publication spoke with two sources who are familiar with the Chinese leader's plans.

The Chinese ambassador to the U.S. and his wife are expected to attend the event on January 20. Additionally, the publication's sources indicated that more officials from Beijing might join them.

On the morning of December 13, the newly elected U.S. president positively assessed relations with China during a CBS News broadcast. He stated that he has a good relationship with Xi Jinping. At the same time, the publication adds that the question of Xi's invitation to the inauguration surprised Beijing and U.S. allies. It is worth noting that according to State Department records from 1874, no Chinese leader has participated in such events.

Meanwhile, when asked by reporters about Xi Jinping's official response to the invitation, future White House press secretary Caroline Levitt stated that she had no information on the matter.

World leaders line up to attend Trump's inauguration

Newly elected U.S. president Donald Trump invited Chinese leader Xi Jinping to his inauguration on January 20, 2025, back in November. This occurred against the backdrop of Trump's desire to significantly raise tariffs on Chinese imports.

The Chinese embassy in Washington did not deny that Xi Jinping was invited to the inauguration. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is preparing to welcome world leaders at the Capitol, although Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has good relations with Trump, has yet to confirm his attendance.

Trump's spokesperson Caroline Levitt reported significant interest from world leaders in the inauguration. According to her, they are "lining up" to meet with Trump as he is set to return to power soon.

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