U.S. and Chinese officials met in Beijing this week despite the White House's tough talk on China, according to CNBC.
Key facts
- U.S. and Chinese officials met in Beijing this week, according to CNBC.
- The meeting took place despite the White House's tough talk on China, CNBC reported.
U.S. and Chinese officials met in Beijing this week despite the White House’s tough talk on China, according to CNBC.
CNBC’s report headline links the meeting to a planned Washington visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping, though further details of the visit were not provided in the source available for this briefing.
Beyond the fact of the meeting, additional details about the participants, agenda and outcomes were not available in the source at the time of publication.
Why it matters
The relationship between the United States and China shapes global trade, security and markets, so continued official meetings amid tough public rhetoric offer a signal of how both governments are managing contacts. Key details of the talks and any planned high-level visits remain unconfirmed in the available reporting.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the U.S. and Chinese officials meet?
According to CNBC, the officials met in Beijing this week.
Is a visit by President Xi planned?
Yes. The talks come ahead of a planned Washington visit by President Xi, according to the reporting.
Did the meeting happen despite tensions?
Yes. CNBC reported the meeting took place despite the White House's tough talk on China.