President Trump will meet Tim Cook (Apple) and Elon Musk (Tesla) in Beijing this week, marking a rare collaboration between U.S. tech giants and the administration. The delegation of 17 business leaders, spanning finance, manufacturing, and tech, reflects Trump’s push to strengthen ties with China’s Xi Jinping. Musk’s return to the fold after a 2025 fallout highlights shifting dynamics: the Tesla CEO previously co-chaired Trump’s deregulation task force before departing abruptly.

Officials note the trip aims to finalize plans for a U.S.-China investment board and trade council, potentially unlocking billions in cross-border deals.