Barack Obama arrives in Beijing

US President, Barack Obama, has arrived in the Chinese capital Beijing, continuing his first visit to China since taking office early this year.

U.S. President Barack Obama waves as he steps off Air Force One at the airport in Beijing, capital of China, on Nov. 16, 2009. Obama arrived here Monday afternoon to continue his four-day state visit to China.(Xinhua Photo)

Air Force One, carrying the president and his delegation, touched down at the Beijing Capital International Airport, about two hours ago. They were received by Vice President, Xi Jinping. Foreign Minister, Yang Jiechi, and Chinese Ambassador to the US, Zhou Wenzhong, were also on hand.

Senior US officials in the delegation include Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, Secretary of Commerce, Gary Locke and Secretary of Energy, Steven Chu. When Barack Obama meets President Hu Jintao, it will be their third meeting this year.

Talks are expected to touch a number of global issues, including sustainable economic recovery, climate change as well as regional security.

CCTV International will cover Barack Obama's meeting with Chinese leaders live Tuesday morning at the Great Hall of the People.