US and Chinese foreign ministers discuss Xi's Washington visit and Iran conflict
The article discussed the efforts of the United States and China in managing their tensions, especially regarding Chinese President Xi Jinping's scheduled visit to Washington in September. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi emphasized the importance of establishing a foundation for a positive relationship and avoiding the escalation of disagreements beyond control. The meeting also addressed tensions in the South China Sea, where Rubio pointed out that Iran is responsible for escalating the war in the Middle East and highlighted the need to protect allies' interests amid ongoing regional disputes between Beijing and the Philippines over sovereignty of maritime areas. Both sides used cautious language, stressing the need for de-escalation and avoiding escalation in the region and the surrounding waters, particularly as geopolitical challenges between the two countries, Iran, and regional states continue to rise.
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