Key facts
- Peng Liyuan, China's first lady, met with Melania Trump during Xi Jinping's arrival in the US.
- Peng Liyuan uses soft power to enhance China's global image.
Peng Liyuan, China's first lady, met with Melania Trump as Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the United States. This meeting continued their diplomatic engagement, with Peng Liyuan known for using her public presence and soft power to enhance China's international image.