Key facts
- Trump described China as a World War II ally.
- Xi Jinping spoke of bonds forged in 'blood and fire'.
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping referenced shared history and the origins of the term "gung-ho" during a meeting. Trump described China as a World War II "ally," while Xi spoke of bonds forged in "blood and fire."
The term 'gung-ho' has Chinese roots.
