The Biden administration says there is “convergence.” But trans-Atlantic leaders adopt different strategies on security and trade issues — including on Ukraine and Taiwan.
Author: EDWARD WONG
U.S. Ambassador Meets With Russian Official on Evan Gershkovich Detention
Lynne M. Tracy, the ambassador, spoke with Sergei A. Ryabkov, the Russian deputy foreign minister. U.S. officials have not been granted consular access to Mr. Gershkovich in the past week, a State Department official said.
Biden to Announce Nuclear-Powered Submarine Deal with Australia and Britain
The arrangement is part of a broader effort to counter China’s military development and assertive territorial claims across Asia.
China Increasingly Seen as Antagonist in Diplomatic Talks Globally
Tensions over China arise in many gatherings of global leaders and diplomats, as Beijing increasingly plays a spoiler role, often siding with Russia.
Blinken Confronts Lavrov in First Meeting Since Ukraine War
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said he told Sergey V. Lavrov, the Russian foreign minister, that Moscow must end its war against Ukraine and return to a nuclear arms control treaty.
U.S. Braces for G20 Clash Over Ukraine War
China is urging the start of peace talks and could raise that among the Group of 20 nations in India, but U.S. officials argue Russia would not negotiate in good faith.
U.S. Warnings to China on Arms Aid for Russia’s War Portend Global Rift
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken says Washington has indications that Beijing is strongly considering giving military aid to Moscow for the war in Ukraine.
A Spy Balloon and a Reporting Trip to China, Up in the Air
A Times diplomatic correspondent was looking forward to a trip back to Beijing, until an international crisis erupted.
Chinese Balloon Had Tools to Collect Electronic Communications, U.S. Says
China’s surveillance balloons have flown over more than 40 countries and are directed by the Chinese military, the State Department said. The F.B.I. is studying debris.
After Spy Balloon Clash, U.S.-China Tensions Loom Over Biden’s Speech
The president has taken steps meant to limit China’s technological advancement and bolster military forces in the Asia-Pacific region.