Written By Lisa Murimi
Jake Sullivan, the U.S. National Security Adviser, has arrived in China for his first official visit, signaling continued efforts by the Biden administration to stabilize relations between the two superpowers.Â
Sullivan is scheduled to meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi during his two-day visit, which comes at a critical juncture for both nations.
This visit marks the fifth meeting between Sullivan and Wang over the past 16 months, with previous discussions held in Vienna, Malta, Washington, and Bangkok.
The timing of this visit is particularly notable as it occurs in the final months of President Joe Biden’s tenure, raising speculation about the possibility of a final summit between Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Sullivan’s visit underscores the Biden administration’s ongoing focus on managing U.S.-China relations, despite the challenges posed by trade tensions, military posturing, and disagreements over Taiwan.
Beijing has described the current situation as a “critical juncture” and is expected to express strong concerns over issues like U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods and the Taiwan question.
As the U.S. prepares for its next presidential election, China is closely watching how future U.S. leadership might influence the bilateral relationship, particularly with candidates like Donald Trump advocating for further escalation in the trade war.
