Xi urges US to view China properly

Xi urges US to view China properly during a meeting with jake Sullivan, the National Security Advisor of the United States.

During a meeting with visiting United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Thursday afternoon, President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of the US understanding China’s perspective and recognizing the consistency of Beijing’s foreign policy.

Xi stated that when two major countries like China and the US interact, the primary issue is to develop a correct strategic perception. He urged both nations to address the fundamental question of whether they are rivals or partners. This meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing marked the final day of Sullivan’s three-day visit to China, his first in his current role. Alongside Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Sullivan co-chaired the two-day China-US strategic communication, which concluded on Wednesday.

Xi stressed that as major powers, China and the US bear responsibility to history, their people, and the world. He stated that both countries should contribute to global stability and act as forces for common development. Xi expressed hope that the US would view China’s growth positively and rationally, seeing it as an opportunity rather than a challenge.

He urged Washington to collaborate with Beijing in finding a way for the two countries—despite their different civilizations, systems, and paths—to coexist peacefully and achieve common development. Xi added that the two nations should work to stabilize bilateral relations and, from this foundation, improve and advance them.

Sullivan conveyed greetings from US President Joe Biden to Xi and expressed appreciation for the meeting. He reiterated that the US does not seek a new Cold War, does not aim to change China’s system, and that the revitalization of US alliances is not intended to target China. He also affirmed that the US does not support “Taiwan independence,” does not seek conflict with China, and has not changed its one-China policy or intends to use the Taiwan issue to contain China.

Analysts observed that Beijing and Washington engaged in candid and comprehensive discussions during the recent China-US strategic communication, which included debates on various issues. The outcomes of the talks include continued dialogue and cooperation in areas such as military relations, climate change, and artificial intelligence.

As part of their bilateral cooperation on energy transition and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, US senior adviser for international climate policy John Podesta is scheduled to meet with China’s special envoy for climate change, Liu Zhenmin, during the first week of September.