New York Times

• As Xi Visits Washington, Trump Plays Down China’s Actions Against U.S. Interests

  Despite the rivalry between the United States and China, President Trump has repeatedly found ways to give President Xi Jinping of China a pass, portraying him more as a personal friend than a competitor.

• Where Is the U.S. Beating China on A.I., and Where Is It Lagging?

  As Xi Jinping visits President Trump in Washington, his country lags behind the United States on A.I. development in key areas — but Beijing has advantages elsewhere.

• As Trump Welcomes Xi, More Americans Have a Positive View of China

  Experts attribute the changing mood to fading memories of the coronavirus pandemic, awareness of China’s tech innovations and disaffection with President Trump’s trade wars.

• At the U.N., Iran Says It Will Not Give Up Its Nuclear Program

  Also, hackers say they stole thousands of sensitive F.B.I. records. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

• Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami

  Many leaders are unlikely to welcome the Russian leader’s presence at the event because of his country’s war against Ukraine.