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China and US pledge to rebuild trust at Munich Security Conference

A rare moment of diplomacy unfolds as Beijing and Washington seek common ground. Can dialogue replace confrontation in 2026?

The image shows a man standing at a podium in front of a red wall, wearing a black blazer, white...
The image shows a man standing at a podium in front of a red wall, wearing a black blazer, white shirt, and purple tie. On the podium are two microphones and a bouquet of flowers, and to the right of the man is another person sitting in a chair. In the background, there is a red banner with the words "US-China Economic Relations" written on it, indicating that the man at the podium is Terry Branstad, the US Ambassador to China.

China and US pledge to rebuild trust at Munich Security Conference

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the Munich Security Conference. The talks focused on improving relations between the two nations. Both leaders described the meeting as positive and constructive. Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed the importance of dialogue over confrontation. He argued that cooperation leads to better outcomes than conflict and that win-win solutions should replace zero-sum thinking.

The two sides agreed to strengthen high-level interactions between China and the US. They also pledged to implement the key agreements reached by their respective heads of state. Both ministers emphasised the need to expand cooperation while reducing points of friction. Further discussions covered the role of political and diplomatic channels in stabilising relations. Wang Yi called for joint efforts to make 2026 a year of mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and shared benefits. Both nations committed to deeper dialogue and collaboration across multiple areas.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to steady progress in China-US relations. Both sides will work to expand cooperation and minimise disputes. The outcome reflects a mutual push for stability through continued high-level engagement.

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