"Xi Jinping and Henry Kissinger Rekindle Friendship to Thaw US-China Relations"

Chinese leader Xi Jinping met with former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, whom he referred to as an "old friend," during a surprise visit to Beijing. Kissinger's visit to China in 1971 paved the way for President Richard Nixon's historic trip the following year, leading to improved US-China relations. The meeting between Xi and Kissinger is seen as a reminder of warmer ties between the two countries, as their relationship has recently deteriorated. Xi urged Kissinger and like-minded Americans to play a constructive role in bringing China-US relations back on track. Kissinger expressed his commitment to enhancing mutual understanding between the two sides. The meeting highlights China's emphasis on unofficial people-to-people relations in its interactions with the US.