US and China to Restart Military Talks After Trump–Xi Meeting
The United States and China have agreed to reopen military communication channels after a meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said both sides will work to restart direct military talks to avoid misunderstandings and reduce tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. He met with Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun during a security summit in Kuala Lumpur.
Hegseth said the two countries want to “deconflict and de-escalate any problems that arise.” Dong Jun added that China wants a relationship based on “respect, equality, and peaceful coexistence.”
The talks are seen as a move to prevent accidental clashes between US and Chinese forces, especially in sensitive areas like the South China Sea and near Taiwan.
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Military communication between the two countries had been suspended in recent years due to rising tensions, including over Taiwan and regional security issues.
Officials said more meetings will take place soon to set up new ways to keep the lines of communication open.
Analysts say the step will not end competition between the two powers but could help lower the risk of conflict and improve regional stability.
