Tensions simmered this week as Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu confronted U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell in a tense phone call, urging Washington to stop “irresponsibly pointing fingers” at regional affairs. The exchange highlights growing friction between the two powers. 🔥
During Wednesday’s discussion – initiated by the U.S. side – Ma called out America’s recent actions regarding:
🇹🇼 Taiwan region policies
🌊 South China Sea stability
💼 Economic and tech ‘weaponization’
“China demanded strict adherence to the one-China principle,” said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, emphasizing that U.S. actions must respect Beijing’s core interests. The talks also touched on the Korean Peninsula and Ukraine conflicts. 🕊️
With Beijing pushing back against perceived U.S. overreach, this high-stakes call reveals the delicate balancing act in managing the world’s most consequential bilateral relationship. Will cooperation prevail over competition? The world’s watching. 👀
