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US&nbsp;President Joe Biden wants to re-establish military-to-military ties with China, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday, days before the president and the Chinese leader are set to meet.

Biden will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in person for the first time in a year on Wednesday during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco. It will be only the second in-person meeting between the two leaders since Biden took office in January 2021.

"The president is determined to see the re-establishment of military-to-military ties because he believes it's in the U.S. national security interest," Sullivan said in an interview with CBS' "Face the Nation." "We need those lines of communication so that there aren't mistakes or miscalculations or miscommunication."

Sullivan said restored military ties could take place at every level from senior leadership to the tactical operational level, as well "on the water and in the air in the Indo-Pacific."

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Sullivan said on CNN's "State of the Union" that Biden would seek to "advance the ball" on military ties during his meeting with Xi, but declined to provide further details.

"The Chinese have basically severed those communication links. President Biden would like to re-establish that," Sullivan said. "This is a top agenda item."

The Biden-Xi meeting is expected to cover global issues from the Israel-Hamas war to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, North Korea's ties with Russia, Taiwan, the Indo-Pacific, human rights, fentanyl production, artificial intelligence, as well as "fair" trade and economic relations, a senior US&nbsp;official said.

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Relations between the two countries grew frosty after Biden ordered the shooting down in February of a suspected Chinese spy balloon that flew over the United States. But top Biden administration officials have since visited Beijing and met with their counterparts to rebuild communications and trust.

US President Joe Biden wants to re-establish military-to-military ties with China, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday, days before the president and the Chinese leader are set to meet.

US President Joe Biden wants to re-establish military-to-military ties with China, White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Sunday, days before the president and the Chinese leader are set to meet. Biden will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in person for the first time in a year on Wednesday during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco. It will be only the second in-person meeting between the two leaders since Biden took office in January 2021. "The president is determined to see the re-establishment of military-to-military ties because he believes it's in the U.S. national security interest," Sullivan said in an interview with CBS' "Face the Nation." "We need those lines of communication so that there aren't mistakes or miscalculations or miscommunication." Sullivan said restored military ties could take place at every level from senior leadership to the tactical operational level, as well "on the water and in the air in the Indo-Pacific." ALSO READ | US President Biden set to meet China's Xi on November 15 to 'stabilise' ties Sullivan said on CNN's "State of the Union" that Biden would seek to "advance the ball" on military ties during his meeting with Xi, but declined to provide further details. "The Chinese have basically severed those communication links. President Biden would like to re-establish that," Sullivan said. "This is a top agenda item." The Biden-Xi meeting is expected to cover global issues from the Israel-Hamas war to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, North Korea's ties with Russia, Taiwan, the Indo-Pacific, human rights, fentanyl production, artificial intelligence, as well as "fair" trade and economic relations, a senior US official said. ALSO READ | Biden aims for ‘constructive’ talks with Xi in November: White House Relations between the two countries grew frosty after Biden ordered the shooting down in February of a suspected Chinese spy balloon that flew over the United States. But top Biden administration officials have since visited Beijing and met with their counterparts to rebuild communications and trust.

Biden will push China to resume military ties with US at summit with Xi, official says

The top diplomats from China and the United States have exchanged stern warnings over the flashpoint issue of Taiwan, ahead of Monday's hotly awaited summit between their leaders.

The virtual meeting of presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping comes against a backdrop of rising tensions -- in part over Taiwan, a self-ruling democracy claimed by Beijing, but also over trade, human rights and other issues.

In a phone call Friday with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss preparations for the summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns over Beijing's "military, diplomatic, and economic pressure" on Taiwan.

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Wang warned of the dangers of US actions that might seem supportive of "Taiwan independence."

Washington switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing in 1979, but an act of Congress passed that year requires the United States to provide weapons to Taiwan for self-defense.

The US government is careful not to show it recognises Taiwan but it enjoys broad, bipartisan support in Congress, with a group of lawmakers visiting the island this month -- angering Beijing.

"Any connivance of and support for the 'Taiwan independence' forces undermines peace across the Taiwan Strait and would only boomerang in the end," Wang told Blinken, according to a readout of the call released by China on Saturday.&nbsp;

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China has ramped up military activities near Taiwan in recent years, with a record number of planes intruding into the island's air defense identification zone in early October.

Washington has repeatedly signaled its support for Taiwan in the face of what it has described as Chinese aggression.

'Responsibly manage competition'

Biden has largely kept the tougher approach on Beijing of his predecessor Donald Trump, with both administrations seeing a rising China as the top challenge of the 21st century.

And while the world's top two emitters of greenhouse gases unveiled a surprise agreement last week to work together on climate change, Washington and Beijing have indicated they will not give ground on flashpoint issues.

US officials have framed Monday's summit as an opportunity to "responsibly manage competition" while trying to cooperate in areas where the two align.

Xi last week warned against the return of Cold War-era tensions in the Asia-Pacific region.

Biden and the Chinese leader have talked by phone twice since the veteran Democrat moved into the White House.

The pair also met extensively when Biden was Barack Obama's vice president and Xi was vice president to Hu Jintao.

The US president had hoped to meet Xi at a recent G20 summit in Rome, but the Chinese leader has not traveled since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and instead agreed to virtual talks by the end of the year.

The top diplomats from China and the United States have exchanged stern warnings over the flashpoint issue of Taiwan, ahead of Monday's hotly awaited summit between their leaders.

The top diplomats from China and the United States have exchanged stern warnings over the flashpoint issue of Taiwan, ahead of Monday's hotly awaited summit between their leaders. The virtual meeting of presidents Joe Biden and Xi Jinping comes against a backdrop of rising tensions -- in part over Taiwan, a self-ruling democracy claimed by Beijing, but also over trade, human rights and other issues. In a phone call Friday with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss preparations for the summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns over Beijing's "military, diplomatic, and economic pressure" on Taiwan. Also read | New diktat: China to bar people from mainland if found supporting Taiwan independence Wang warned of the dangers of US actions that might seem supportive of "Taiwan independence." Washington switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing in 1979, but an act of Congress passed that year requires the United States to provide weapons to Taiwan for self-defense. The US government is careful not to show it recognises Taiwan but it enjoys broad, bipartisan support in Congress, with a group of lawmakers visiting the island this month -- angering Beijing. "Any connivance of and support for the 'Taiwan independence' forces undermines peace across the Taiwan Strait and would only boomerang in the end," Wang told Blinken, according to a readout of the call released by China on Saturday. Also read | China trying to build psychological pressure on Taiwan through jet incursions: Reports China has ramped up military activities near Taiwan in recent years, with a record number of planes intruding into the island's air defense identification zone in early October. Washington has repeatedly signaled its support for Taiwan in the face of what it has described as Chinese aggression. 'Responsibly manage competition' Biden has largely kept the tougher approach on Beijing of his predecessor Donald Trump, with both administrations seeing a rising China as the top challenge of the 21st century. And while the world's top two emitters of greenhouse gases unveiled a surprise agreement last week to work together on climate change, Washington and Beijing have indicated they will not give ground on flashpoint issues. US officials have framed Monday's summit as an opportunity to "responsibly manage competition" while trying to cooperate in areas where the two align. Xi last week warned against the return of Cold War-era tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. Biden and the Chinese leader have talked by phone twice since the veteran Democrat moved into the White House. The pair also met extensively when Biden was Barack Obama's vice president and Xi was vice president to Hu Jintao. The US president had hoped to meet Xi at a recent G20 summit in Rome, but the Chinese leader has not traveled since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic and instead agreed to virtual talks by the end of the year.

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US President Biden and Chinese President Xi will hold a virtual summit on Monday, the White House confirmed today.

"The two leaders will discuss ways to responsibly manage the competition between the United States and the PRC, as well as ways to work together where our interests align," the&nbsp;White House said.

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Press secretary Jen Psaki asserted that the president "will make US intentions clear" on concerns related to China. Tensions between the two countries have escalated over Taiwan as Chinese jets have continued to relentlessly enter Taipei's air defence zone.

US Secretary of state Antony Blinken asserted that the Biden administration will make sure that "Taiwan has the means to defend" amid escalating tensions in the region.&nbsp;

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US and China have also repeatedly sparred over the South China Sea issue as President Xi recently said the Asia-Pacific region should not "relapse into the confrontation and division of the Cold War era".

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The US along with Britain and Australia had recently announced the AUKUS alliance aimed at containing China allowing Australia to acquire nuclear-powered submarines using US technology. The new military alliance angered China although Sullivan emphasised that it was meant for "greater stability, security and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region".&nbsp;

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Biden’s national security advisor Jake Sullivan while speaking on the divisions between the two countries said, "China has a different value system. It has different interests."

(With inputs from Agencies)

US President Biden and Chinese President Xi will hold a virtual summit on Monday, the White House confirmed today. "The two leaders will discuss ways to responsibly manage the competition between the United States and the PRC, as well as ways to work together where our interests align," the White House said.

US President Biden and Chinese President Xi will hold a virtual summit on Monday, the White House confirmed today. "The two leaders will discuss ways to responsibly manage the competition between the United States and the PRC, as well as ways to work together where our interests align," the White House said. Also Read: Joe Biden to attend Beijing Winter Olympics? Press secretary Jen Psaki asserted that the president "will make US intentions clear" on concerns related to China. Tensions between the two countries have escalated over Taiwan as Chinese jets have continued to relentlessly enter Taipei's air defence zone. US Secretary of state Antony Blinken asserted that the Biden administration will make sure that "Taiwan has the means to defend" amid escalating tensions in the region. Watch: Xi-Biden to hold virtual meet US and China have also repeatedly sparred over the South China Sea issue as President Xi recently said the Asia-Pacific region should not "relapse into the confrontation and division of the Cold War era". Also Read: Xi Jinping sets conciliatory tone ahead of Biden talks The US along with Britain and Australia had recently announced the AUKUS alliance aimed at containing China allowing Australia to acquire nuclear-powered submarines using US technology. The new military alliance angered China although Sullivan emphasised that it was meant for "greater stability, security and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region". Also Read: US seeks to contain Beijing anger after Biden vows Taiwan defence Biden’s national security advisor Jake Sullivan while speaking on the divisions between the two countries said, "China has a different value system. It has different interests." (With inputs from Agencies)

US President Biden, Chinese President Xi to hold virtual summit on Monday

According to the White House, US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a &nbsp;virtual meeting before the end of the year.

The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle. Reports say the meeting was made possible after US National Security Advisor(NSA) Jake Sullivan met top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi as the two set the stage for the upcoming meeting.

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China's Xinhua news agency declared, "when China and the United States cooperate, the two countries and the world will benefit".

White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki said: "We are still working through what that would look like, when and of course the final details we don't quite have them yet."

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The proposed virtual meeting comes amid increased tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan and the continuing trade row.&nbsp;

On Monday, US trade Representative Katherine Tai had informed she would be meeting Chinese officials in an attempt to break the trade deadlock which has led to increased tension between the two countries.

On Wednesday President Biden&nbsp;had declared the US was ready to abide by the Taiwan agreement referring to the "One-China" policy shortly after China sent the largest number of warplanes to Taiwan escalating tensions between the two countries.

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President Biden was reportedly set to meet the Chinese president this month at the G20 summit, however, it is unclear whether the meeting was official.

President Biden had spoken to Xi earlier, the first was when he took office and the other phone call took place last month which lasted for one and half hours.

(With inputs from Agencies)

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According to the White House, US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a virtual meeting before the end of the year. The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle.

According to the White House, US President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to hold a virtual meeting before the end of the year. The virtual meeting has reportedly been agreed upon in principle. Reports say the meeting was made possible after US National Security Advisor(NSA) Jake Sullivan met top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi as the two set the stage for the upcoming meeting. Also Read: China sends 56 warplanes into Taiwan's defence zone China's Xinhua news agency declared, "when China and the United States cooperate, the two countries and the world will benefit". White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki said: "We are still working through what that would look like, when and of course the final details we don't quite have them yet." Also Read: Ready to abide by Taiwan agreement, says Biden The proposed virtual meeting comes amid increased tensions between China and the United States over Taiwan and the continuing trade row. On Monday, US trade Representative Katherine Tai had informed she would be meeting Chinese officials in an attempt to break the trade deadlock which has led to increased tension between the two countries. On Wednesday President Biden had declared the US was ready to abide by the Taiwan agreement referring to the "One-China" policy shortly after China sent the largest number of warplanes to Taiwan escalating tensions between the two countries. Also Read: China has ability to mount 'full scale' invasion by 2025: Taiwan President Biden was reportedly set to meet the Chinese president this month at the G20 summit, however, it is unclear whether the meeting was official. President Biden had spoken to Xi earlier, the first was when he took office and the other phone call took place last month which lasted for one and half hours. (With inputs from Agencies)

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