Chinese President Xi Jinping, typically known for a reserved and formal public demeanor, was captured on video sharing a laugh with Donald Trump during a state visit to the White House. The interaction took place as the two leaders walked along the White House colonnade on Thursday.

According to reports, the moment was prompted by a joke made by Trump concerning an “autopen” device. The device was displayed in a frame where a portrait of former President Joe Biden would traditionally be located. The video, which was subsequently shared on social media by the White House, highlights a rare departure from the Chinese leader’s usual stoic presentation during his first state visit to the United States in over ten years. While the exchange was brief, it has drawn attention due to the high-stakes nature of the diplomatic visit and the contrast between the lighthearted moment and the otherwise formal tone of the proceedings.