Biden says goal of Xi meeting is to resume normal communications

U.S. President Joe Biden said on Tuesday his goal during talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week is to resume normal communications between the two superpowers, including military-to-military contacts.

Speaking to reporters after remarks on climate change at the White House, Biden said he is trying to change the U.S. relationship with China for the better, after a period of strained ties. The two leaders meet on Wednesday in the San Francisco area.