Shenzhen APEK Summit Marks Trump’s Third Meeting with Xi Jinping

Following his stop in Manila, President Trump will arrive in Shenzhen, China, to attend the APEK (Asia‑Pacific Economic Cooperation) summit from November 17 through 19. This will be the third occasion this year that Trump and President Xi Jinping are expected to sit together, reflecting a sustained effort to manage the complex U.S.–China relationship.

The Shenzhen forum will focus on trade, technology cooperation, and regional stability. Analysts suggest that the venue could also serve as a neutral ground for a potential Trump‑Kim meeting, a scenario first floated by U.S. officials in August.

While no official confirmation of a North Korean‑U.S. dialogue has been released, the timing of the APEK summit aligns with prior statements from the White House indicating a willingness to pursue direct contact with Pyongyang during this Asian swing.