China warns U.S. of ‘downward spiral’ as Blinken meets with Xi Jinping

 China warns U.S. of ‘downward spiral’ as Blinken meets with Xi Jinping (msn.com)

Xi and Blinken Trade Small Nods Over a Large Gap - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

The U.S. secretary of state and the Chinese leader struck conciliatory notes in Beijing. But there was no budging on, or hiding, their governments’ core differences.

A New Pacific Arsenal: U.S. Builds Web of Arms, Ships and Bases in the Pacific to Deter China - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

With missiles, submarines and alliances, the Biden administration has built a presence in the region to rein in Beijing’s expansionist goals.

When U.S. Officials Visit China, Their Food Choices Are Closely Watched - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

Visits to China by American officials like Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken can bring fame to local restaurants, as well as scrutiny to the dignitaries.