Donald Trump’s high-profile Beijing summit with Xi Jinping spiraled into controversy after explosive confrontations between US officials, Chinese security personnel and media crews overshadowed the diplomatic talks. What was meant to project stability in US-China relations quickly descended into chaos, with members of the American delegation reportedly branding the summit a “s**t show” behind closed doors. The tensions reportedly escalated after strict Chinese security measures restricted the movement of American journalists and White House staff throughout Trump’s Beijing visit. Tempers flared near the historic Temple of Heaven as reporters and officials attempted to push past barriers to reach the presidential convoy, triggering a dramatic standoff between Chinese authorities and the US team. WATCH

Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for a crucial state visit to China, but one moment from the trip quickly dominated global headlines — Xi Jinping did not personally receive him at the airport. Despite a grand ceremonial welcome, military honours and carefully managed optics, Trump was greeted by Chinese Vice-President Han Zheng instead of Xi himself, triggering speculation online about a possible diplomatic signal from Beijing.