By David Brunnstrom and Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States wishes India well in its efforts to improve strained ties with China, the number-two U.S. diplomat said on Wednesday, while cautioning that Chinese leader Xi Jinping fi.
The United States remains "always vigilant" about North Korea's potential steps against South Korea that might go beyond its sending of trash-filled balloons to the South, a senior US diplomat said Wednesday. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell made the remarks amid tensions heightened by the North's recent floating of disturbing balloons across the inter-Korean border and the South's sho.
The Biden administration is not seeking to replace China's communist system as it pursues better relations with Beijing, Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said Wednesday.
The United States believes China's primary focus currently is its economy and is working to stabilize bilateral relations. U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell emphasizes the importance of economic stability to President Xi. Despite attempts at diplomatic reengagement, significant frictions remain, including issues regarding Taiwan, Ukraine, and the South China Sea.