President Joe Biden is scheduled to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Lima, Peru. The meeting comes as China prepares for the return of former President Donald Trump to the White House.
The White House National Security Adviser announced that the meeting will address the transition between the Biden administration and the incoming Trump administration. The discussions are expected to focus on maintaining stability, clarity, and predictability in the U.S.-China relationship.
During his campaign, Trump vowed to impose significant tariffs on Chinese exports to the U.S., which could further strain the already complex relationship between the two countries. Key areas of contention include China's support for Russia in the Ukraine conflict, human rights issues, technology, and the status of Taiwan.
The U.S. and China signed a trade deal in 2020, but concerns arose when China failed to fulfill its commitment to purchase American goods. The Biden administration has raised concerns about China's support for Russia's military activities in Ukraine and its aggressive actions in the region.
Biden has maintained communication with Xi despite tensions between the two countries. The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Chinese entities for their alleged involvement in supporting Russia's military capabilities.
The upcoming meeting between Biden and Xi will also address issues such as cybersecurity, military communication, and efforts to combat the flow of chemicals used in the production of fentanyl. The leaders are expected to discuss ongoing investigations into alleged Chinese hacking operations targeting U.S. officials.
This will be the third meeting between Biden and Xi during Biden's presidency, with previous discussions focusing on a range of bilateral and global issues. Biden will also hold a joint meeting with the leaders of South Korea and Japan to strengthen security and economic cooperation in the face of regional challenges.
The meeting reflects ongoing efforts to address shared concerns about North Korea's nuclear activities and China's growing influence in the Asia-Pacific region.
