Shenzhen:Beijing Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasizing Beijing's aim to achieve "tangible progress" in bilateral relations ahead of upcoming multilateral summits.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Wang highlighted China's readiness to enhance communication and cooperation with the US, addressing differences and sensitive issues effectively. He also stressed the mutual support between China and the US for the success of the APEC Summit and the G20 Leaders' Summit, aiming for constructive strategic stability in their relations.

Wang reiterated that China's policy towards the US remains stable and consistent as both nations prepare for significant diplomatic engagements. The Chinese Foreign Ministry described the call as "positive and constructive," noting the importance of maintaining stable China-US ties due to their shared interests.

The discussion took place as Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to host the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen, China, from November 18-19. This summit will include representatives from 21 member economies, with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin expected to attend, amid speculation of a possible trilateral meeting including Putin.

Additionally, the US State Department announced that Wang and Rubio discussed President Trump's upcoming trip to the APEC Summit in China and President Xi's planned visit to Florida for the G20 Summit. The conversation underscored a commitment to a constructive relationship of strategic stability, emphasizing respect, fairness, and reciprocity. Wang and Rubio agreed on the significance of meaningful leader-level discussions to advance goals such as peace and denuclearization, including at potential trilateral meetings with Russia.