The timing of the Microsoft co-founder's meeting with the country's communist leader comes just two days before Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is due to fly in after dramatically postponing a trip earlier this year over the so-called spy balloon incident.
and regional security to trade, sanctions, and surveillance, it seems there is a mutual acknowledgement that they at least need to re-establish communications.The presence of a series of high-profile Americans in just a few days is perhaps a signal that China is serious about preventing relations from deteriorating further."Hoping that people of both countries can maintain friendly relations.
And while his visit is unlikely to significantly shift any political dials, it is at least a sign China wants to be seen as open to talking.
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