Liu Jianchao is a Communist Party diplomat skilled at defending tough positions without being pugnacious. He also once hunted fugitive officials abroad.
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China Meets the U.S. to Discuss Fentanyl, But the Détente Has Limits
Negotiations have resumed on restricting the flow of fentanyl into the United States. But Beijing may prove less cooperative on Iran and North Korea.
Gavin Newsom, on Climate Mission to China, Meets With Xi Jinping
The California governor is on a weeklong visit to China aimed at negotiating climate partnerships.
With Putin by His Side, Xi Outlines His Vision of a New World Order
China’s close ties with Russia in countering American dominance point to a geopolitical rift that could shape the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Biden Visits Israel and Putin Visits China Amid Gaza and Ukraine Wars
Washington’s strong support for Israel against Hamas is contrasted with Russian and Chinese efforts to align with the Palestinian struggle.
As Israeli Invasion Looms, Diplomats Seek to Meet Gaza’s Dire Human Needs
The U.S., Egypt and other countries are urging the delivery of food, water and fuel to counter the desperate shortages facing Gaza’s two million residents.
China Flies Record Number of Military Planes Near Taiwan
Taiwan’s defense ministry criticized the uptick in Chinese military activity, saying Beijing should “stop such destructive unilateral actions.”
U.S. and Chinese Officials Meet in Malta to Discuss Ukraine and Other Flashpoints
The talks between Jake Sullivan, the White House national security adviser, and Wang Yi, China’s top diplomat, took place as the two governments are trying to set up a Biden-Xi meeting.
Vietnam and U.S. Deepen Ties Amid Wariness of China
President Biden is expected to celebrate a new upgrade in relations with Vietnam this weekend, despite concerns about the country’s authoritarian crackdown and repression.
U.S. Officials Have Visited China. Will Beijing Send Anyone?
Such visits could help convey Beijing’s interest in stabilizing ties with Washington. But China has been noncommittal.