Biden is expected to communicate that the two countries need to maintain stability, clarity, and predictability through the transition period.
Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser, noted that transitions are uniquely consequential moments in geopolitics, as they're times when competitors see possible opportunity.
The three leaders agreed it should not be in Beijing's interest to support destabilizing cooperation in the region, particularly regarding North Korea's role in the Ukraine conflict.
Trump's impending return to the presidency raises uncertainty about the future of US-China relations, especially due to his hawkish stance on China.