Xi Jinping Declines Trump's Inauguration Invite Amid Diplomatic Tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to attend Donald Trump's presidential inauguration in January, despite an invitation, according to sources. While China's ambassador to the US is expected to attend, no foreign leader has ever attended a US presidential inauguration. Trump's invitation is seen as an effort to open dialogue with both allies and adversaries, despite his critical stance on China, including plans to increase tariffs on Chinese goods. Other foreign leaders have also been invited, but their attendance remains uncertain.