US, China Discuss Trump And Xi’s Upcoming Visits Ahead Of APEC And G20 Summits

US Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio held talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday, discussing US President Donald Trump’s upcoming visit to China for the APEC Summit and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s planned trip to Florida for the G20 Leaders’ Summit.

The US State Department said the conversation took place at China’s request.

Both officials discussed the upcoming engagements between the two Presidents and reiterated their commitment to maintaining constructive bilateral relations based on strategic stability, respect, fairness and reciprocity. They stressed the importance of meaningful discussions between the two leaders to advance common objectives, including peace and denuclearisation.

The possibility of a trilateral meeting involving Russia featured in their discussions, according to the State Department.

China’s Foreign Ministry separately described the conversation as positive and constructive, stating that both sides exchanged views on bilateral relations and interactions between their respective heads of state.

During the discussion, Wang recalled Xi’s September visit to the United States, describing it as smooth and successful. He said the two Presidents had agreed to strengthen the new positioning of China-US relations and provide clearer strategic direction for managing ties between the countries.

Wang said maintaining stable bilateral ties served the interests of both countries. He reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to dialogue, cooperation and resolving differences. He stressed the need for successful 2026 APEC and G20 summits, as Washington and Beijing seek to strengthen diplomatic engagement ahead of the leaders’ visits.

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