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US, China agree to set up military-to-military channels, Hegseth says

US, China agree to set up military-to-military channels, Hegseth says

Summary

The United States and China have agreed to establish military communication channels to avoid conflicts. This decision came after meetings between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders aim to promote peace and stability in their interactions.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. and China agreed to set up military-to-military communication channels.
  • The decision followed meetings between President Trump and President Xi Jinping.
  • The U.S. Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, discussed this agreement with China's Minister of National Defence, Dong Jun.
  • The goal is to deconflict and deescalate any potential problems between the two nations.
  • Experts have suggested direct military contacts to prevent unintended military confrontations.
  • Many communication channels between the U.S. and China had previously gone inactive.
  • Tensions in areas like the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait have been a concern.
  • President Trump plans to visit China, and President Xi is expected to visit the U.S. soon after.
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