Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed his willingness to collaborate with the future administration of elected U.S. President Donald Trump to maintain communication, expand cooperation, and manage differences. For his part, Biden expressed hope that the competitive bilateral relationship would not lead to conflict.
During the bilateral meeting between Xi and Biden, both leaders emphasized the importance of maintaining a stable transition in China-U.S. relations for the benefit of both peoples. Xi highlighted the need to make wise decisions and find the right way for the two global powers to coexist peacefully and sustainably.
During the meeting in Lima at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum, Xi and Biden agreed that their bilateral relationship is crucial for global stability. Xi emphasized the importance of maintaining a stable, healthy, and sustainable relationship between China and the U.S. without changes, and warned about the risks of viewing each other as rivals or adversaries.
In a previous call, Xi congratulated Trump on his victory and advocated for a stable, healthy, and sustainable relationship between the two powers. Biden, who will soon hand over power to Trump, highlighted the openness and candor in his conversations with Xi over time. Both leaders noted progress in areas such as military communication, the fight against drug trafficking, and the development of Artificial Intelligence.
This is the third and final bilateral meeting between Biden and Xi, aimed at preventing miscalculations and avoiding the competition between the two nations from escalating into conflict. The relationship between China and the U.S. remains key on the international stage, and both sides are committed to managing their differences constructively.
