#U.S.-China relations

#U.S.-China relations

The House of Representatives passed a bill to force ByteDance to sell TikTok within six months or face a ban in the U.S.

Concerns exist about TikTok's Chinese ownership posing a national security risk and potential data privacy issues. [ more ]

Representative Mike Gallagher wants the U.S. to rethink its approach to China and the threat it poses to economic and national security.

Gallagher believes TikTok poses a unique threat due to its ownership by ByteDance, which is substantially controlled by the Chinese Communist Party. [ more ]

In the not-ideal real world, the United States faces challenges balancing climate change goals with economic and national security concerns related to China. [ more ]

Huawei funded US research through Optica Foundation, raising national security concerns. [ more ]

Biglaw firms are reducing their presence in China due to market conditions, data security risks, and US-China relations. [ more ]

Both US and China acknowledge growing disparities while emphasizing communication. [ more ]

Face-to-face diplomacy is crucial in fostering relationships between countries, even amid significant disagreements. [ more ]

Face to face diplomacy can help to address critical issues in US-China relations. [ more ]

President Biden signed a $95 billion foreign aid bill into law, triggering a deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok to avoid U.S. ban. [ more ]

The US has disrupted a state-backed Chinese effort to plant malware on civilian infrastructure

Chinese hackers were targeting water treatment plants, the electrical grid, and transportation systems [ more ]

The Chinese military is increasing its ability to disrupt key American infrastructure, including power and water utilities.

Hackers affiliated with China's People's Liberation Army have targeted about two dozen critical entities in the US over the past year. [ more ]

Macron emphasizes the need for a united and sovereign Europe to counter threats from the US, Russia, and China. [ more ]

Growing U.S. concerns about Chinese support for Russia's defense industry prompt Secretary of State Blinken's visit to China. [ more ]

The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to China highlights growing concerns over China's sale of weapon components to Russia and potential US sanctions. [ more ]

Secretary Blinken aims to maintain delicate ties with China amid tensions over trade, territorial disputes, and national security. [ more ]

US and China engage in military talks to manage rising tensions. Importance of open communication and respecting international law highlighted. [ more ]

Austin and Dong Jun held important talks on restoring military ties, emphasizing the South China Sea, Taiwan, and North Korea. [ more ]

The United States will not accept a wave of cheap Chinese goods impacting American businesses and workers.

Efforts to prevent rising trade tensions and stabilize U.S.-China relations are underway through dialogues and visits. [ more ]

China conducted military patrols in the South China Sea amidst joint drills by other countries.

The US has expressed unwavering commitment to defending the Philippines in the South China Sea, escalating tensions with China. [ more ]

President Biden and China's President Xi Jinping had a tense call where Xi expressed strong opposition to US positions.

The conversation highlighted the potential for conflict between the US and China on various issues. [ more ]

The telephone call between Biden and Xi Jinping focused on Taiwan and trade tensions, seeking to manage disagreements.

The US officials are visiting China to engage in discussions amid the ongoing tensions between the two countries. [ more ]

The phone call between President Biden and President Xi focused on maintaining communication for managing the U.S.-China relationship responsibly.

Discussion points of the call included topics like peace in the Taiwan Strait, trade issues, combating illegal narcotics trade, and risks of artificial intelligence. [ more ]

Biden and Xi held a 'check-in' call discussing Taiwan, Korean Peninsula, AI, and Ukraine.

Xi emphasized Taiwan as a 'red line' and urged Biden to act on his commitment to 'Taiwan independence.' [ more ]

Regular leader-to-leader dialogue between Biden and Xi resumed, focusing on Taiwan, AI, and security.

Biden emphasizes sustained interactions to prevent escalation to conflict, with upcoming high-level engagements between the US and China. [ more ]

President Biden had a call with Xi Jinping to address various issues, with a focus on stability and communication.

The conversation aimed to maintain a relationship between the US and China amid global tensions and upcoming diplomatic visits. [ more ]

Biden and Xi Jinping spoke to advance areas of cooperation amid tense relations.

The leaders discussed military-to-military cooperation, counternarcotics efforts, Taiwan, and China's relationship with Russia. [ more ]

Beijing expressed desire for a regional order without US involvement.

Zhao emphasized opposition to trade protectionism and the need for collective security in Asia. [ more ]

Chinese authorities seek to spur growth amid decreasing export demand

US companies facing challenges in China due to unfair business environment [ more ]

Chinese electric vehicles pose national security risks due to potential data transfer to Beijing

Biden administration's actions aim to investigate threats and potentially restrict Chinese EVs from entering the US market. [ more ]

Continuing delay to renew the US-China Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement could be catastrophic. Benefits of landmark 45-year-old agreement include historic research collaboration and student exchanges. [ more ]

China uses fentanyl as a weapon to destabilize American society.

Majority of fentanyl pharmaceutical ingredients are produced in China. [ more ]

American and Chinese officials met to discuss joint efforts to stem the flow of fentanyl into the U.S.

The U.S. wants China to do more to curb the export of chemicals that are processed into fentanyl. [ more ]

The US national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, urged China to use its influence with Iran to ease tensions in the Middle East.

The officials also discussed arranging a call between President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. [ more ]

U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi are expected to meet in Bangkok.

The meeting is part of the commitment made by both countries to maintain strategic communication and manage their relationship.

Tensions in the Red Sea and China's influence with Iran are likely to be topics of discussion. [ more ]

China is likely to increase its coercive measures towards Taiwan after the election of the ruling Democratic Progressive Party's William Lai as president.

Growing pressure on Taiwan could strain U.S.-China relations and destabilize the region. [ more ]

The presidential election in Taiwan will shape the island's relationship with China and have implications for global influence.

The fate of Taiwan is one of the big unknowns of the 2020s, with China's President Xi Jinping wanting to reunify Taiwan with mainland China. [ more ]

Bipartisan lawmakers are calling for severing more economic and financial ties with China, including revoking low tariff rates granted to Beijing after joining the World Trade Organization.

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party released a report with recommendations to reset America's economic relationship with China, addressing issues such as economic aggression and dominance of crucial industries. [ more ]

China's leader, Xi Jinping, arrived in Vietnam for a rare trip abroad to elevate ties with an important neighbor.

Vietnam is caught in the great-power competition between the US and China, and must delicately balance their relationships. [ more ]

Five Republican senators have urged President Biden to restrict travel between the US and China due to a rise in pediatric pneumonia cases in China.

The senators argue that China's history of lying about public health crises and lack of transparency should be cause for concern and immediate travel restrictions. [ more ]

Five senators want President Biden to stop travel between the U.S. and China due to the surge in respiratory illness in Beijing and northern China.

The senators argue that Chinese officials have a history of lying about public health crises and cannot be trusted. [ more ]

Henry Kissinger influenced U.S.-China relations until his death

His secret trips to Beijing paved the way for President Nixon's 1972 visit [ more ]

Henry Kissinger, despite being 100 years old, remains a prominent adviser to key policymakers in Washington.

Kissinger continues to have regular consultations with current and former secretaries of state, including Antony Blinken, Hillary Clinton, and Mike Pompeo.

Kissinger's recent visit to China and his close relationship with Chinese leaders helped set up the summit meeting between Xi Jinping and President Biden. [ more ]

Chinese students are experiencing anxiety and uncertainty about studying in the United States due to negative news, including gun violence and tensions between the US and China.

Chinese students have been a significant presence in American universities for years, making up the largest share of international students.

The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the flow of Chinese students studying abroad. [ more ]

Chinese President Xi Jinping is not giving up his ambition to retake Taiwan despite the recent meeting with President Biden.

Xi warned Biden to stop arming Taiwan and not to interfere in the election in favor of the DPP.

Biden expressed his expectation that there would be no interference in Taiwan's campaign. [ more ]

Boeing's commercial aircraft sales to China have slowed due to strained US-China relations.

There is potential for Boeing to regain traction in China.

China is a crucial market for Boeing as it accounts for a significant portion of their deliveries and future airplane demand. [ more ]

Chinese leader Xi Jinping sought American financial investments and a break in technology export controls from President Biden.

The summit resulted in potential breakthroughs on stopping the flow of fentanyl and resuming military-to-military communications.

The question remains whether Xi's charm offensive is a lasting shift or a tactical maneuver. [ more ]

President Biden reached two agreements with President Xi Jinping of China on curbing fentanyl production and military-to-military communications, but made little progress on other pressing issues.

The agreements announced were modest, focusing on the commitment to continue talking and maintaining communication in times of crisis.

No formal discussions were established on the use of artificial intelligence in nuclear command and control systems. [ more ]

The US and China showcase their presidential limos during the APEC summit, symbolizing Beijing's growing self-confidence.

Xi Jinping refers to the US as a 'friend' during his talks with Joe Biden.

Both leaders understand the importance of cooperation and the need to close ranks between the two countries. [ more ]

Chinese leader Xi Jinping sought American financial investments and a break in technology export controls from President Biden.

The summit resulted in potential breakthroughs on stopping the flow of fentanyl and resuming military-to-military communications.

The question remains whether Xi's charm offensive is a lasting shift or a tactical maneuver. [ more ]

The meeting between Biden and Xi resulted in the resumption of communications between U.S. and Chinese military officers

Xi agreed to significantly reduce China's export of fentanyl

Xi attended a business dinner with over 300 U.S. business executives [ more ]