Such visits could help convey Beijing’s interest in stabilizing ties with Washington. But China has been noncommittal.
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Foreign Ministers of China and Russia Confer Phone After Jeddah Talks
China underscored its desire to “actively promote” efforts to end the war in Ukraine “on any multilateral occasion.”
Qin Gang, China’s Foreign Minister, Is Replaced
Qin Gang, a sometime favorite of Xi Jinping, was replaced by Wang Yi, a seasoned diplomat, leaving many unanswered questions about Qin’s fall.
Kissinger Meets Xi as China Courts ‘Old Friends’ to Manage U.S. Rivalry
In meeting with Henry Kissinger, China’s leader, Xi Jinping, is turning to American contacts outside the Biden administration to try to influence Washington’s thinking on China.
Where Is Qin Gang, China’s Foreign Minister? Beijing Won’t Say.
Qin Gang has not made a public appearance in three weeks. The Communist Party’s habitual secrecy around top officials has fueled speculation over the reasons for his absence.
Blinken Meets China’s Top Diplomat in Latest Bid to Ease Tensions
In their second meeting in less than a month, the secretary of state spoke to China’s envoy, Wang Yi, about ‘managing competition’ amid reports of a potential Chinese hack.
Blinken Meets Xi as China and the U.S. Try to Ease Tensions
U.S. diplomats visited Beijing to try to ensure that competition “does not veer into conflict.” The talks pave the way for a possible Biden-Xi meeting.
China’s Economic Needs May Take a Back Seat to Security
Xi Jinping wants to insulate China from perceived threats from the West. He also wants to promote the country as deserving of foreign investment and clout. Can he do both?
China’s Role in Iran-Saudi Deal Shows Xi’s Challenge to U.S.-led Order
Brokering a rapprochement between the Middle Eastern rivals underscores the Chinese leader’s ambition of offering an alternative to a U.S.-led world order.
China Repeats Call for Cease-Fire in Ukraine and Peace Talks
A new policy paper was not the blueprint or bold initiative that some in European capitals appeared to expect.