Economist Podcasts More Blinken meetings: a diplomatic visit to China
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Jun 19, 2023 
Jeremy Page, Asia diplomatic editor for The Economist, and Avantika Chilkoti, international correspondent, dive into the intricacies of US-China relations as America's Secretary of State visits China. They discuss the significance of this meeting amidst rising tensions and the potential for diplomatic stabilization. The conversation also shifts to Latin America, spotlighting the struggles of single mothers as they navigate socio-economic challenges. Additionally, listeners are taken to a British seaweed farm, exploring its promising economic impact and environmental benefits.
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Blinken's Visit to China
- Antony Blinken met with Xi Jinping in Beijing to stabilize US-China relations.
- This visit marks the first by a US Secretary of State since 2018, highlighting the strained relationship.
Restoring Communication
- This visit marks the first by a US cabinet-level official since 2019 and by a Secretary of State since 2018.
- The primary goal is to restore high-level communication and stabilize the relationship.
Blinken's Meetings in China
- Blinken met with key Chinese officials, including Foreign Minister Qin Gang and top diplomat Wang Yi.
- Talks lasted over seven hours, addressing bilateral relations and Taiwan, with an agreement for Qin Gang to visit the US.