President Xi Jinping met with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 26 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. During the meeting, President Xi highlighted the importance of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win cooperation in Sino-US relations. He emphasized the need for both countries to work together to address common challenges and promote world unity.
President Xi also reiterated the importance of the “San Francisco Vision” agreed upon during his meeting with President Biden, which includes establishing a correct understanding, managing differences effectively, and promoting mutually beneficial cooperation. He urged both sides to continue working towards stabilizing and improving Sino-US relations.
Secretary Blinken conveyed President Biden’s greetings to President Xi and expressed the United States‘ commitment to cooperation with China on various issues. He emphasized that the US does not seek conflict or containment of China, but rather aims to maintain communication, manage differences responsibly, and promote stable development of US-China relations.
Both sides agreed to hold the first meeting of the China-US Intergovernmental Dialogue on Artificial Intelligence, further highlighting their commitment to cooperation and dialogue. The meeting between President Xi and Secretary Blinken signals a positive step towards improving relations between the two countries.
The world today faces complex challenges that require cooperation between China and the United States. Both leaders expressed their willingness to work together to address these challenges and promote global peace and prosperity. With a focus on mutual respect and cooperation, the meeting between President Xi and Secretary Blinken lays a foundation for increased dialogue and cooperation between China and the United States.