China's Role Noted in US-Iran Truce; White House Says High-Level US-China Talks Held
White House official John Kirby confirmed that high-level dialogue has taken place between the US and China regarding the US-Iran ceasefire agreement, and stated that US-China relations are good. President Trump's planned trip to China was postponed due to the war but is expected to occur soon.
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CNN reports that when asked about China's role in the US reaching an agreement with Iran, John Kirby responded, "Our government has had high-level dialogue with the Chinese government."
Kirby also stated that US President Trump "greatly respects" Chinese President Xi Jinping and maintains a "good working relationship" with China. Trump's original trip to China, postponed due to the war, is expected to happen soon.
Additionally, Kirby noted that US Vice President JD Vance has been involved in "all relevant discussions" and plans to lead a delegation for talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, this weekend. (Compiled by: Chen Zheng-jian) 1150408
Kirby also stated that US President Trump "greatly respects" Chinese President Xi Jinping and maintains a "good working relationship" with China. Trump's original trip to China, postponed due to the war, is expected to happen soon.
Additionally, Kirby noted that US Vice President JD Vance has been involved in "all relevant discussions" and plans to lead a delegation for talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, this weekend. (Compiled by: Chen Zheng-jian) 1150408