"Kamala Harris: Leading the Way in the China Relationship"

Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized the need for the United States to lead in managing its relationship with China, stating that it is about de-risking and protecting American interests rather than decoupling. During her trip to Southeast Asia, Harris criticized China's actions in the South China Sea, calling them "bullying." While tension remains between the two countries, Harris highlighted the importance of competition without seeking conflict. The possibility of a meeting between President Xi Jinping and President Joe Biden at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco is uncertain, pending the U.S. "showing sufficient sincerity," according to China's top security agency.