President Joe Biden met with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the White House to discuss preparations for a potential visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the US. Biden has invited Xi to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in San Francisco next month but has maintained sanctions and support for US allies in their disputes with China.
During the meeting, Biden stressed responsible management of US-China competition and open communication. They discussed global challenges, including the Israel-Hamas conflict and climate change.
While no official confirmation of a Biden-Xi meeting exists, the White House sees the Wang Yi meeting as a positive development to continue dialogue.
US-China relations have been strained due to competition for influence, Taiwan tensions, and global differences. Both sides aim to stabilize relations and reduce misunderstandings, emphasizing competition within international rules while avoiding conflict.