President Xi Meets Biden, Looks Ahead to Trump Era

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with outgoing U. S. President Joe Biden in Peru. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, was their first in seven months. Xi promised to work with the incoming Trump administration, despite ongoing tensions. Key issues like cybersecurity, trade, Taiwan, and Russia were on the agenda. Trump has proposed tough trade measures, which China opposes. Meanwhile, Taiwan's president plans a sensitive U. S. visit. China views Taiwan as its territory, while the U. S. supports Taiwan. Biden also seeks China's help with North Korea's ties to Russia. China's economy is feeling the impact of U. S. trade restrictions. The meeting aimed to maintain stability during the presidential transition. Leaders at the APEC summit are assessing Trump's return to power. Xi is strengthening ties in Latin America, which worries U. S. officials.