Key facts
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi called on the US to overcome obstacles for a potential Xi-Trump meeting.
- Wang Yi stated that China-US relations are at a critical juncture.
- He emphasized the need for mutual respect and win-win cooperation.
- Dialogue and managing differences were highlighted as important.
- The comments were made prior to the APEC summit.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged the United States to overcome obstacles and create favorable conditions for a potential meeting between President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump. Wang Yi stated that China-US relations are currently at a critical juncture.
He emphasized the importance of mutual respect and win-win cooperation between the two nations, adding that dialogue and managing differences are crucial. These remarks were made ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, where Xi and Trump are expected to hold discussions.