
US President Donald Trump announced that the White House in its current state is not suitable to serve as a full-fledged arena for significant diplomatic events, including a possible reception for Chinese President Xi Jinping. American leader Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the less-than-optimal arrangement of the White House for organizing large events and meetings for world political figures. Renovation work began in October and is expected to be completed before the end of Trump’s second presidential term in January 2029. At Trump’s suggestion, the dismantling of a wall began in the East Wing of the Department of State, which will allow guests to freely enter the ballroom, which will be able to accommodate 999 people.