US state dept official heads to China for dialogue amid heightened tensions
1 year, 6 months ago

US state dept official heads to China for dialogue amid heightened tensions

India Today  

A senior US state Department official will travel to China next week, the department said on Saturday, as Washington seeks to boost communication with Beijing at a time of tense relations between the two countries. US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink will discuss "key issues in the bilateral relationship" during his visit to China, the State Department said in a statement. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's top security summit, Austin said Beijing's reluctance to talk undermined efforts to maintain peace in a region where the two rivals are increasing their military firepower. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken postponed a planned February trip to China after an alleged Chinese spy balloon flew through U.S. airspace over sensitive military sites, kicking off a diplomatic crisis.

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US-China military leaders hold routine talks to discuss South China Sea tensions and other issues
3 months, 1 week ago

US-China military leaders hold routine talks to discuss South China Sea tensions and other issues

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — Military leaders from the U.S. and China met in Beijing for routine talks that only resumed in January after being suspended for two years as ties between the two countries soured. The meetings ended on Sunday and officials discussed ongoing issues such as Taiwan, the Russia-Ukraine war and clashes in the South China Sea. While the talks weren’t …

U.S. envoy to Taiwan declares ties 'rock solid' amid military threats from China
3 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. envoy to Taiwan declares ties 'rock solid' amid military threats from China

The Hindu  

The top U.S. envoy to Taiwan on Wednesday said American support for the island is “rock-solid, principled, and bipartisan,” and said Washington will continue to follow through on its commitments to ensure the island can defend itself against threats from China. Mr. Greene said the Executive Branch has notified Congress of approximately $38.4 billion in Foreign Military Sales to Taiwan …

U.S. national security adviser talks with a top Chinese military official in Beijing
3 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. national security adviser talks with a top Chinese military official in Beijing

The Hindu  

United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met Thursday with a top Chinese military official as the two countries strengthen communication in an effort to prevent differences over the South China Sea and Taiwan from spiralling into conflict. The meeting came one day after the White House said that both countries would plan for a phone call between Chinese President …

China's Wang Yi warns U.S. official over Philippines support
3 months, 3 weeks ago

China's Wang Yi warns U.S. official over Philippines support

The Hindu  

China’s top diplomat Wang Yi on Wednesday warned visiting U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan over supporting the Philippines in the disputed South China Sea, state media reported. “The United States must not use bilateral treaties as an excuse to undermine China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, nor should it support or condone the Philippines’s actions of infringement,” Mr. Wang told …

U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan visits Beijing in a bid to manage strained relations
3 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan visits Beijing in a bid to manage strained relations

The Hindu  

A top White House official has arrived in China for talks on a relationship that has been severely tested during President Joe Biden's term in office. Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, has been Mr. Biden's point person for often unannounced talks with the Communist Party's top foreign policy official to try to manage the growing differences between Washington and …

US urged to return to rational China policy
4 months, 3 weeks ago

US urged to return to rational China policy

China Daily  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi shakes hands with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during their meeting on Saturday in Vientiane, Laos. During a news conference at the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting held in Brazil on Thursday, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said she would press China to address the country's macroeconomic model that has led to …

A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’
6 months ago

A U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying US-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’

Associated Press  

HANOI, Vietnam — A senior U.S. diplomat held talks in Vietnam on Saturday and said that the trust between the two countries was at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi. Russia remains important for Vietnam, not just because it is an old ally from the Cold War era, but also because it …

U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying U.S.-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’
6 months ago

U.S. envoy visits Hanoi days after Putin, saying U.S.-Vietnam trust is at ‘all-time high’

LA Times  

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for East Asia and Pacific Affairs Daniel Kritenbrink speaks in Taguig, Philippines, in May. A senior U.S. diplomat held talks in Vietnam on Saturday and said that the trust between the two countries was at an “all-time high,” just days after Russian President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Hanoi. Russia remains important for Vietnam, not …

China's Vice-FM Ma: Meet halfway on ties
6 months, 3 weeks ago

China's Vice-FM Ma: Meet halfway on ties

China Daily  

China expects the United States to act on the commitments made by President Joe Biden and meet each other halfway to further stabilize and develop the bilateral relations, a visiting Chinese diplomat said on Thursday. The top Chinese diplomat made the remarks after talks with Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer in …

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president
6 months, 3 weeks ago

China denounces US-UK engagement of Taiwan shortly after election of new president

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — China’s Defense Ministry on Thursday denounced U.S. and U.K. affirmations of support for Taiwan’s newly elected government, shortly after the island claimed by Beijing freely chose its new leaders. Col. Wu Qian accused the United Kingdom of pursuing a “Cold War” mentality and attempting to “instigate confrontation.” The comments Thursday came after a a U.S. congressional delegation …

China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months
8 months, 1 week ago

China, US defence chiefs hold first substantive talks in nearly 18 months

Al Jazeera  

United States Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun have held their first substantive talks in nearly 18 months as the two countries work to restore military ties. It said Austin “underscored the importance of respect for high seas freedom of navigation guaranteed under international law, especially in the South China Sea”. “The US side should …

Work in progress
8 months, 1 week ago

Work in progress

China Daily  

MA XUEJING / CHINA DAILY Whether China and the US can act on the San Francisco Vision is a test for the political wisdom of both sides President Xi Jinping spoke with United States President Joe Biden on the phone on April 2,during which the two presidents had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on China-US relations and issues …

Work in progress
8 months, 1 week ago

Work in progress

China Daily  

MA XUEJING / CHINA DAILY Whether China and the US can act on the San Francisco Vision is a test for the political wisdom of both sides President Xi Jinping spoke with United States President Joe Biden on the phone on April 2,during which the two presidents had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on China-US relations and issues …

Washington draws flak for sending wrong signal
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Washington draws flak for sending wrong signal

China Daily  

By WANG QINGYUN | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-03-30 06:49 Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian. China voiced its firm opposition to military collusion between the Taiwan region and the United States, and urged the US to adhere to the one-China principle. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian made the remarks on Friday, as reports said Taiwan's "navy chief" Tang Hua will …

China’s foreign minister meets New Zealand counterpart, beginning trip that also includes Australia
9 months ago

China’s foreign minister meets New Zealand counterpart, beginning trip that also includes Australia

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Monday that his country is ready to work with New Zealand to deepen trade and economic ties and address climate change. China is willing to hold talks on reducing barriers to investment in the service sector “at an early time” and build new drivers of economic growth with New Zealand …

China's top diplomat at meeting with US official urges Washington not to support Taiwan independence
10 months, 3 weeks ago

China's top diplomat at meeting with US official urges Washington not to support Taiwan independence

The Independent  

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'Deliberately disrupted South China Sea': Beijing attacks US after combat ship ‘illegally’ enters territorial waters
1 year ago

'Deliberately disrupted South China Sea': Beijing attacks US after combat ship ‘illegally’ enters territorial waters

Firstpost  

“The US has deliberately disrupted the South China Sea, seriously violated China’s sovereignty and security, severely undermined regional peace and stability, and seriously violated international law and basic norms…,” a spokesperson for China’s Southern Theatre Command said in a statement After an American warship navigated in disputed South China Sea waters, China on Monday criticised the US, highlighting the continued …

China’s top diplomat raises hopes for improving US ties as he starts three-day visit to Washington
1 year, 1 month ago

China’s top diplomat raises hopes for improving US ties as he starts three-day visit to Washington

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — China’s top diplomat said Thursday that dialogue between Beijing and Washington should not only be resumed but deepened, comments that raise hopes the relationship between the world’s two largest economies can be steadied in the midst of potentially world-changing conflicts in the Middle East and Europe. “Through dialogue, we will increase understanding and reduce misunderstanding and misjudgment.” With …

China’s Wang Yi to pay rare visit to US as two countries try to repair ties
1 year, 2 months ago

China’s Wang Yi to pay rare visit to US as two countries try to repair ties

Al Jazeera  

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will travel to the United States later this week as part of an ongoing effort to repair the two countries’ strained ties amid growing geopolitical crises. Wang will visit Washington from October 26-28 and meet US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President Joe Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan, officials said, after Blinken and …

China's Wang Yi to visit Washington amid Middle East tensions, U.S. officials say
1 year, 2 months ago

China's Wang Yi to visit Washington amid Middle East tensions, U.S. officials say

The Hindu  

China's top diplomat Wang Yi will travel to the United States later this week, senior Biden administration officials said on Monday, in a long-anticipated visit that comes amid soaring tensions in the Middle East, which U.S. officials hope Beijing can help contain. Mr. Wang will visit Washington from Oct. 26-28 and meet with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and …

A top Chinese diplomat will visit Washington ahead of a possible meeting between Biden and Xi
1 year, 2 months ago

A top Chinese diplomat will visit Washington ahead of a possible meeting between Biden and Xi

Associated Press  

Washington — China’s top diplomat will come to the United States on Thursday for a three-day visit, the latest move by Washington and Beijing to keep high-level talks open amid tense bilateral relations. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is scheduled to meet with Secretary of State Antony Blinken and national security adviser Jake Sullivan over a range of issues, including …

Schumer to lead a bipartisan delegation of senators to China, South Korea and Japan next week
1 year, 2 months ago

Schumer to lead a bipartisan delegation of senators to China, South Korea and Japan next week

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is leading a bipartisan congressional delegation to China next week, traveling to the country amid heightened tensions and after several members of President Joe Biden’s Cabinet visited over the summer. Schumer, along with Republican Sen. Mike Crapo of Idaho, is visiting government and business leaders in China, South Korea and Japan “with the …

Beijing, Washington hold talks to stabilize relations
1 year, 3 months ago

Beijing, Washington hold talks to stabilize relations

China Daily  

Chinese and US flags flutter outside the building of an American company in Beijing. During several rounds of high-level talks between China and the United States over the weekend, Beijing asked Washington to faithfully fulfill its pledge to not support "Taiwan independence" and to properly perceive China's development. Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party …

Britain’s foreign secretary will visit China in an attempt to shore up ties and reduce tensions
1 year, 3 months ago

Britain’s foreign secretary will visit China in an attempt to shore up ties and reduce tensions

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Britain’s top diplomat, James Cleverly, is set to visit China on Wednesday, as the two countries attempt to shore up frayed ties. The countries disagree over issues such as Beijing’s curbing of civil freedoms in Hong Kong, a former British colony, alleged human rights abuses against the Uyghur minority in the Xinjiang region, China’s support for Russia …

U.S., China pledge to improve relations, resume high-level talks after Blinken’s visit
1 year, 6 months ago

U.S., China pledge to improve relations, resume high-level talks after Blinken’s visit

The Hindu  

The United States and China have pledged to stabilise their worn out ties during a critical visit to Beijing by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who met on June 19 with Chinese President Xi Jinping. “It’s in the interest of the United States, in the interests of China, and in the interest of the world.” He described his earlier …

US, China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing
1 year, 6 months ago

US, China remain at odds on numerous issues as Blinken finishes first day of meetings in Beijing

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The United States and China have failed to overcome their most serious disagreements but were able to discuss them in a potentially constructive way and have agreed to continue talks, U.S. and Chinese officials said Sunday. The State Department said that Blinken had stressed “the importance of diplomacy and maintaining open channels of communication across the full range …

Why is US Secretary of State Antony Blinken going to China?
1 year, 6 months ago

Why is US Secretary of State Antony Blinken going to China?

Al Jazeera  

Expectations are modest for Beijing and Washington in attempt to improve relations after a particularly bumpy year. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is due to visit China on Sunday as Beijing and Washington attempt to move forward with rapprochement after a particularly tense year. Blinken was originally slated to visit China in February but his trip was delayed after …

China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang airs concerns in phone call with Antony Blinken ahead of planned visit
1 year, 6 months ago

China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang airs concerns in phone call with Antony Blinken ahead of planned visit

The Hindu  

United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang shared concerns on a phone call on June 14 ahead of a planned visit by the U.S. official to China meant to shore up relations. “Spoke tonight with PRC State Councillor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang by phone,” Mr. Blinken's official Twitter account read. “Discussed ongoing efforts …

Senior US, Chinese diplomats hold ‘candid’ talks to avoid escalation of tensions
1 year, 6 months ago

Senior US, Chinese diplomats hold ‘candid’ talks to avoid escalation of tensions

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Senior diplomats from China and the United States held “candid and productive” talks in Beijing and agreed to keep open lines of communication to avoid tensions from spiraling into conflict, officials said Tuesday. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the time postponed a planned trip to China, and Beijing has since largely rebuffed attempts at official …

After dangerous encounters, US accuses China of military 'aggressiveness'
1 year, 6 months ago

After dangerous encounters, US accuses China of military 'aggressiveness'

India Today  

The White House said on Monday recent dangerous encounters between US and Chinese forces in the Taiwan Strait and South China Sea reflect a growing aggressiveness by Beijing's military that raises the risk of an error in which "somebody gets hurt." It also follows a May 26 incident in which a Chinese fighter jet carried out what the United States …

US and Chinese officials hold ‘candid’ talks in Beijing
1 year, 6 months ago

US and Chinese officials hold ‘candid’ talks in Beijing

Al Jazeera  

Mid-level talks in Beijing mark continuing diplomacy despite rising tensions and competition between US and China. Washington, DC – Officials from the United States had “candid and productive discussions” with Chinese diplomats in Beijing, the US Department of State has said, amid rising tensions between the two countries. The mid-level talks, which mark continuing diplomacy between the two countries despite …

Top US, China officials meet in Vienna for 'candid' talks amid escalating tensions
1 year, 7 months ago

Top US, China officials meet in Vienna for 'candid' talks amid escalating tensions

Firstpost  

Washington and Beijing said Thursday that US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi met in Vienna this week, as the two countries sought to continue contact amid escalating tensions, particularly over Taiwan. Wang “comprehensively expounded upon China’s solemn position” on Taiwan, Chinese state-run news agency Xinhua said, adding the two diplomats “agreed to continue to …

US stresses need for 'Cold War'-era crisis mechanisms with China
1 year, 8 months ago

US stresses need for 'Cold War'-era crisis mechanisms with China

India Today  

Efforts to build a floor under US-China relations have yet to be successful and coming months will determine if it is possible to reestablish constructive diplomacy with Beijing, a top White House official said on Thursday, stressing the need for "Cold War"-era hotlines and other crisis mechanisms. Speaking at a time of heightened tensions with China over a US stopover …

High-level US delegation to visit China this week after Xi-Biden talks
2 years ago

High-level US delegation to visit China this week after Xi-Biden talks

India Today  

A high-level US delegation will travel to China next week to follow up on President Joe Biden's recent talks with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping and prepare for Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit there early next year, the US State Department said on Saturday. The US announcement follows comments by a senior White House official that China wants stabilized relations …

French, US delegations visit Taiwan as tension with China festers
2 years, 3 months ago

French, US delegations visit Taiwan as tension with China festers

Al Jazeera  

Latest visits are likely to further anger Beijing, which condemns any diplomatic action conferring legitimacy on Taiwan. Delegations of French and American legislators are visiting Taiwan, the latest foreign politicians to visit the self-governed island in defiance of Beijing and amid escalated military tension between China and the government in Taipei. Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen said on Thursday the US …

China must show it’s not an ‘agent of instability’ on Taiwan, US Ambassador to China says
2 years, 4 months ago

China must show it’s not an ‘agent of instability’ on Taiwan, US Ambassador to China says

CNN  

Beijing CNN — China needs to convince the rest of the world it is not an “agent of instability” and will act peacefully in the Taiwan Strait, US Ambassador to China Nicholas Burns said in his first TV interview since taking up his post in Beijing six months ago. “I think there’s a lot of concern around the world that …

Biden adviser raises concerns with Chinese diplomat over N Korea
2 years, 6 months ago

Biden adviser raises concerns with Chinese diplomat over N Korea

Al Jazeera  

Jake Sullivan told Yang Jiechi that Washington and Beijing can cooperate on North Korea issue, senior US official says. US President Joe Biden’s national security adviser has raised concerns with China’s top diplomat over Beijing’s veto of a United States-led push at the United Nations to impose more sanctions on North Korea, a senior US official said. “Jake raised concerns, …

China brought a major initiative to Pacific Island nations. It has the U.S. worried
2 years, 6 months ago

China brought a major initiative to Pacific Island nations. It has the U.S. worried

NPR  

China brought a major initiative to Pacific Island nations. It has the U.S. worried China's foreign minister recently wrapped up a visit to eight Pacific island nations, raising alarm in the U.S. and its allies. China's foreign minister recently wrapped up a visit to eight Pacific Island nations, and that has raised alarm in the U.S. and among its allies. …

China’s foreign minister arrives in Tonga on Pacific tour
2 years, 6 months ago

China’s foreign minister arrives in Tonga on Pacific tour

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in Tonga on Tuesday as he continued his regional island-hopping tour a day after failing to ink an ambitious deal with 10 South Pacific nations. In Tonga, Wang met with King Tupou VI and Prime Minister Siaosi Sovaleni and signed several agreements with Sovaleni that covered everything from disaster management …

Foreign minister Wang Yi visits Pacific Island states as China eyes security pact
2 years, 6 months ago

Foreign minister Wang Yi visits Pacific Island states as China eyes security pact

Firstpost  

The virtual summit is expected to discuss leaked proposals for China to radically increase its involvement in the security, economy and politics of the South Pacific Suva, Fiji: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi holds talks with leaders and top officials from ten Pacific Island states Monday, part of a regional diplomatic blitz that has stirred deep Western concern. Australia joined …

China, Pacific islands fail to reach consensus on security pact
2 years, 6 months ago

China, Pacific islands fail to reach consensus on security pact

Al Jazeera  

Wang Yi urges Pacific region not to be ‘too anxious’ about China’s aims after failing to agree on a sweeping security deal. Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and counterparts in 10 Pacific Island nations failed to reach consensus at talks on a sweeping security and trade deal amid concerns the proposal could “threaten regional stability”. “Because the common development and …

China wants closer security, trade links with the Pacific
2 years, 6 months ago

China wants closer security, trade links with the Pacific

Al Jazeera  

Leaked document shows China will call for more police, security, and telecom cooperation at upcoming summit with region. China will reportedly seek a wide-ranging security and economic deal with 10 Pacific states during Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s trip to the region this week, according to the Reuters news agency. The draft of that communiqué, which was shared with Reuters, details …

US delegation arrives in Taiwan amid tensions with China
2 years, 9 months ago

US delegation arrives in Taiwan amid tensions with China

Al Jazeera  

The US, which has unofficial ties with Taiwan, sends a delegation to Taipei at a time of heightened alert in the wake of the Ukraine invasion. A delegation of former senior United States defence and security officials appointed by President Joe Biden arrived in Taipei, in the midst of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Taiwan Premier Su Tseng-chang told reporters earlier …

As tensions simmer, China demands US action to improve ties
2 years, 9 months ago

As tensions simmer, China demands US action to improve ties

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s top diplomat called on the U.S. Monday to take steps to improve ties, as tensions simmer over Taiwan, trade and other issues. Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s remarks Monday were delivered virtually to a forum marking the 50th anniversary of the Shanghai Communique signed during the icebreaking 1972 visit to China by President Richard Nixon. On Monday, the …

US to remind China of Pacific interests amid Ukraine tension
2 years, 10 months ago

US to remind China of Pacific interests amid Ukraine tension

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is making a push to remind China that the U.S. remains involved and active in the Indo-Pacific despite Washington and the West’s current preoccupation with a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine. In Melbourne on Friday, Blinken will attend a meeting of foreign ministers from the so-called “Quad” — Australia, India, Japan and the U.S. — …

New US ambassador to New Zealand seeks to work with China
3 years ago

New US ambassador to New Zealand seeks to work with China

Associated Press  

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Tom Udall, the new U.S. ambassador to New Zealand, says he wants to find areas of common ground with China in a region where tensions often run high. “But, at the same time, and this is in the vein of when Richard Nixon went to China, it’s talking about ‘How do we find things to work …

‘Personal signal’: US’s Biden sends ex-officials to Taiwan
3 years, 8 months ago

‘Personal signal’: US’s Biden sends ex-officials to Taiwan

Al Jazeera  

Visit marks the 42nd anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act as China continues what it calls ‘combat drills’ near the island. “The People’s Liberation Army’s organising of actual combat exercises in the Taiwan Strait is necessary action to address the security situation in the Taiwan Strait and to safeguard national sovereignty,” spokesman Ma Xiaoguang said. “The PLA’s military exercises and …

Biden Alaska summit: China’s ambassador to the US says he doesn’t have ‘high expectations’
3 years, 9 months ago

Biden Alaska summit: China’s ambassador to the US says he doesn’t have ‘high expectations’

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — Beijing does not have “high expectations” for upcoming talks with the United States in Alaska, China’s ambassador to the US told reporters Wednesday, in what will be the first meeting of senior officials from both countries since US President Joe Biden took office. Speaking Wednesday in Alaska, Cui Tiankai, China’s ambassador to the US, said the …

US sends top-level diplomat to Taiwan for first time in 40 years; strongly oppose this, says China
4 years, 3 months ago

US sends top-level diplomat to Taiwan for first time in 40 years; strongly oppose this, says China

Firstpost  

Keith Krach, undersecretary of state for economic growth, energy and the environment, is visiting to attend a memorial service for late president Lee Teng-hui on Saturday A top US diplomat landed in Taiwan Thursday, the highest-ranking State Department official to visit in 40 years, in a further sign of Washington’s willingness to defy China and its campaign to isolate the …

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