The Intelligence from The Economist More Blinken meetings: a diplomatic visit to China
Jun 19, 2023
Jeremy Page, Asia diplomatic editor for The Economist, discusses the historic visit of the U.S. Secretary of State to China amidst rising tensions, exploring the critical issues at stake like Taiwan and the fentanyl trade. Avantika Chilcotti, International correspondent for The Economist, sheds light on the struggles of single mothers in Latin America, detailing their economic challenges and the innovative support they receive. The conversation also touches on the promising potential of seaweed farming, revealing new economic opportunities.
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Blinken's China Visit
- Antony Blinken met with Xi Jinping in Beijing, marking the first visit by a US Secretary of State since 2018.
- The meeting follows a cancelled visit due to a Chinese balloon incident, highlighting the strained US-China relationship.
Visit Goals and Outcomes
- Blinken's visit aims to stabilize the US-China relationship and re-establish high-level communication.
- Both sides acknowledged the strained relationship but agreed on maintaining contact and future visits.
US-China Relations
- The US-China relationship is at its worst since 1979.
- Tensions escalated after Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit and reports of a Chinese listening station in Cuba.