Washington DC (US): Jake Sullivan, U.S. National Security Adviser, concluded a significant three-day visit to China, where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials. The meetings aimed to maintain open communication channels and manage U.S.-China relations responsibly. Both sides discussed a potential upcoming call between President Biden and Xi and emphasized their commitment to a stable and sustainable relationship, despite ongoing global and regional tensions.

During the talks, Sullivan highlighted the importance of responsible competition between the U.S. and China, focusing on military communications, counternarcotics, and efforts to maintain peace across the Taiwan Strait. He also reiterated U.S. concerns about China's support for Russia in the Ukraine conflict and the need to resolve cases of wrongfully detained American citizens in China

The discussions also covered broader global issues, including the South China Sea disputes, the climate crisis, and the situation in Gaza. Sullivan described the meetings as constructive, emphasizing the need for continued high-level diplomacy and regular military-to-military communications to prevent conflict and ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific region.