Antony Blinken Prioritizes Regular Dialogue with China

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the importance of regular communication with China, revealing he will meet his Chinese counterpart next week in Laos. Speaking at the Aspen Security Forum, Blinken highlighted the necessity for dialogue on contentious issues such as the South China Sea and Taiwan.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted the importance of regular dialogue with his Chinese counterpart, revealing that he speaks with him fairly regularly and will meet him next week in Laos.

Addressing the Aspen Security Forum in Colorado, Blinken emphasized the critical need for the U.S. and China to maintain open lines of communication, especially on areas of disagreement.

He specifically pointed to contentious topics such as the South China Sea and Taiwan, underscoring that constructive dialogue is essential for managing these disputes.

(With inputs from agencies.)