China's top legislator Zhao Leji met with a bipartisan U.S. congressional delegation in Beijing this week, emphasizing the critical need for stable bilateral relations amid global economic uncertainties. The meeting marks one of the highest-level legislative exchanges this year between the two powers.
Foundations of Bilateral Relations
As chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee, Zhao outlined three pillars for cooperation: mutual respect, peaceful coexistence, and win-win collaboration. He urged both nations to 'strengthen communication and seek common ground' to boost confidence in bilateral ties.
Addressing the Taiwan Question
Zhao identified cross-strait relations as the 'most sensitive issue' in U.S.-China diplomacy, reiterating Beijing's call for strict adherence to the one-China principle. The remarks come as businesses in Taiwan increase investments in mainland tech hubs like Shenzhen, creating new economic interdependencies.
Legislative Diplomacy in Focus
The Chinese legislature expressed willingness to deepen exchanges with U.S. counterparts, inviting more American lawmakers to visit. This development follows recent APEC discussions about supply chain resilience, where both countries play pivotal roles.
