China and U.S. Seek Common Ground Amid Trade Tensions

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on the United States to meet his country halfway to pave the way for high-level dialogues. During a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Wang emphasized the significance of the U.S.-China relationship.

This comes ahead of a potential meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump in South Korea, as part of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation CEO Summit. While the Chinese statement fell short of confirming the meeting, the White House previously indicated its occurrence.

Trade negotiations between the two countries over the weekend in Malaysia aimed to resolve issues involving soybeans and TikTok. Despite recent trade frictions, Wang expressed optimism for future dialogue. Meanwhile, the sensitive issue of Taiwan was raised amid mutual military posturing.