The Daily Two Superpowers Walk Into a Garden
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Nov 17, 2023 Edward Wong, a diplomatic correspondent for The New York Times, delves into the recent high-stakes meeting between President Biden and China's Xi Jinping. They discuss the fragile state of US-China relations and the lack of progress on key issues like Taiwan and military tensions. Wong highlights the contrasting portrayals of this meeting, where both leaders aimed to project strength while seeking dialogue. The conversation uncovers the complexities behind their diplomatic exchange and the looming ideological confrontations shaping the global landscape.
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Pelosi's Taiwan Visit
- Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit worsened US-China relations.
- China responded aggressively, halting military dialogues.
Importance of Military Dialogue
- Severed military dialogue is risky for large militaries like the US and China's.
- It creates a higher risk of conflict.
Microchip Restriction
- Biden's microchip export restriction further strained US-China relations.
- China viewed this as an attempt to suppress its growth.