Trump calls Xi meeting important trip, says US leads in AI

President Donald Trump on May 4, 2026 said he looks forward to meeting China’s Xi Jinping later this month and will stress that the United States is leading in artificial intelligence as the two countries navigate trade and technology tensions. The remarks — political but tied to technology leadership — could influence investor sentiment toward US tech assets and broad risk appetite if they signal a softer diplomatic tone or renewed US focus on AI competitiveness. Market impact is uncertain: reassurance on engagement with China may support risk assets and the Nasdaq-heavy US Tech 100, while persistent trade/tech frictions would remain a downside risk.