At APEC 2025, a long-anticipated dialogue finally took place between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump. CGTN's Yang Xinmeng offers an on-the-ground look at how this moment unfolded, capturing not only the words exchanged but also the atmosphere, the anticipation and what it meant for those watching closely.

Yang explores how a single meeting can shift the mood, from uncertainty to quiet hope. As the world discusses connection, innovation and prosperity, sometimes progress begins with something simple: sitting down and talking.