Fresno Visalia, CA, September 24, 2026 — President Xi Jinping of China visited the National Archives in Washington, D.C., during his state visit to the United States. The purpose of the visit was to view significant U.S. historical documents.

Among the items on display for President Xi were foundational U.S. historical records. Specifically mentioned as documents viewed by the Chinese President was the Constitution of the United States. The visit to the National Archives formed part of his broader state visit to Washington, D.C.

The National Archives houses and preserves the permanently valuable records of the U.S. government and the Presidential libraries. Its collection includes foundational U.S. documents, such as the original Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights. These documents are central to American history and governance.

The specific details regarding the duration of President Xi’s visit to the Archives, other individuals present, or any specific discussions that may have taken place were not provided in the summary. The visit represents a cultural and historical exchange element during a high-level diplomatic engagement between the two nations.


Story summarized from the original created by MICHELLE L. PRICE, Associated Press on www.yourcentralvalley.com, see more information here.

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