The call came as both superpowers are trying to find tentative common ground and reset communications - an ongoing challenge amid simmering disputes involving almost all aspects of the relationship.
China's Foreign Ministry confirmed the meeting and said Xi emphasized reducing risk in the relationship.
The two leaders held a candid and constructive discussion on a range of bilateral, regional, and global issues, including areas of cooperation and areas of difference.
Xi Jinping pointed out that China-US relations this year must adhere to several major principles. The first is to value peace, stick to the bottom line of no conflict and no confrontation, and constantly raise positive expectations for Sino-US relations.
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