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Xi invokes Chinese military might with US in mind
Beijing frequently uses war anniversaries to fire thinly covered warnings to the US of the military strength of the 'new China'.
The meeting kicked off in a positive tone, with Trump saying: "It would be historic if we could do a fair trade deal... We are totally open to it."
Modi’s visit was part of a series of public meetings in the region aimed at garnering support for his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party ahead on Indian elections that are due to be held by May.
Carter, who has devoted his post-presidential career to eradicating poverty, said that the "easiest route" to cooperation between the United States and China was in Africa.
While he pledged to press forward with the economic reforms initiated under late paramount leader Deng Xiaoping in December 1978, Xi indicated that there would be no change to the one-party system.
If no deal is reached within 90 days, both parties agreed that the 10% tariffs will be raised to 25%, the White House said.
Washington has expressed rising concern over the growing influence of China in the region and recalled its top diplomats from the Dominican Republic, El Salvador and Panama in September.
Wrapping up a two-day summit, leaders will strive to craft a statement on the uncontroversial parts of their agenda - pushing for deeper economic integration.
Pence warned Saturday that US sanctions and pressure on China would remain in place until Beijing reforms its trade practices.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, Chinese politburo member Yang Jiechi and Defense Minister Wei Fenghe will take part in the talks.
The phone call comes as tensions between the world's two biggest economies are rising on several fronts, including commerce and security.
Japanese business is eager for increased access to China's massive market, while Beijing is interested in Japanese technology and corporate know-how.
The increase in Chinese mediation activities began in 2013, the year that the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was launched.
The principle has been practiced since Britain handed Hong Kong back to China in 1997.
The bulk of the loan is expected to fund the Mosetse-Kazungula railway line project.
Dozens of African leaders have made the trip to Beijing, with the aim of bolstering political and commercial ties with China.
Ramaphosa was hosted by Jinping at the State House on Sunday and will today co-chair a Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Rwanda from Sunday to Monday and granted a loan to build two roads.
After two days of speculation, China and North Korea both confirmed that Kim had traveled to Beijing and met Xi during what China called an unofficial visit from Sunday to Wednesday.