With U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's upcoming China visit (August 27-29), Beijing calls this a make-or-break moment to stabilize relations between the world's top economies. This marks the first visit by a U.S. president's security advisor in eight years – and tensions are simmering like a K-drama cliffhanger.
Taiwan: The 'Red Line' in the Room
China doubled down on its stance regarding the Taiwan region, labeling Taiwan independence as the \"biggest risk\" to stability in the Taiwan Strait. Beijing urged Washington to stick to the one-China principle and \"not cross the first red line\" in bilateral relations. Could this be the ultimate plot twist in cross-strait dynamics?
Middle East & Ukraine: Diplomatic Tightrope
On Gaza, China pushed for an immediate ceasefire and criticized unilateral sanctions (looking at you, U.S.). For Ukraine, Beijing vowed to keep promoting peace talks while warning against \"abusing sanctions\" – a clear nod to Cold War-era tactics.
No Cold War 2.0, Says China
Beijing insisted it's not seeking hegemony or ideological wars, emphasizing \"peaceful development\" over superpower rivalry. Will Sullivan’s talks with senior diplomat Wang Yi revive the 'San Francisco spirit' from last year's presidential meet? Stay tuned for the season finale of geopolitical drama!
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China says relationship with U.S. at critical time to be 'stabilized'
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