President Donald Trump was given a rare glimpse of China’s Communist Party headquarters on Friday when he toured the historic compound with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
During their visit to Zhongnanhai, located in Beijing, Trump expressed delight at "the most beautiful roses" and later said that seeds from these flowers would be planted in his White House Rose Garden. "I love that," Trump told reporters after touring the site.
Xi had invited Trump specifically because of its historical significance: “This place serves as a symbol of China's leadership,” he explained through an interpreter, adding that it was reciprocating hospitality extended to him at Mar-a-Lago in 2017.
The tour included a stroll around ancient gardens where both leaders admired the roses. Xi promised Trump seeds from these plants and Trump agreed, saying they would be planted back in Washington.
This visit comes amid ongoing tensions between China and America over trade issues and geopolitical rivalry, but it highlighted an effort to improve relations through high-level diplomacy.
This article was produced by AVALW News on Friday, May 15, 2026 based on reporting from 5 verified news sources. Our editorial process cross-references facts from multiple independent outlets to deliver accurate, comprehensive coverage. All original sources are linked below.