国際｜米中首脳、APECで会談決定 / International | U.S.-China Leaders Agree to Meet at APEC

Summary

President Donald Trump of the United States and President Xi Jinping of China have agreed to meet in person during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference, which will be held in South Korea at the end of October.

This telephone conversation took place on the 19th, marking the first direct meeting between the two leaders during Trump’s second term. The purpose of the discussion is believed to be addressing important topics concerning the economies and international relations of both countries.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Chaco, what do you think about the recent US-China relations? I heard those two are meeting at APEC.
Chaco: Really? Why is it such a big deal?
Log: The US and China are major global powers, so their relationship has a huge impact on the economy and security. By meeting in person, they can clear up misunderstandings and explore ways to cooperate.
Navi: In-person meetings between US and Chinese leaders are considered important as a means to ease international tensions.
Chaco: I see! That’s why meeting face-to-face is so important!

Admin’s Note

I believe the decision for the recent meeting between the U.S. and Chinese leaders holds significant importance in the context of international relations. In particular, the possibility of both countries easing tensions through direct dialogue, especially concerning economic and security issues, marks a substantial step forward. I also appreciated how Log explained Chako’s questions, with Navi providing additional context, making the information more comprehensible. I’m looking forward to seeing the outcomes of future discussions and will continue to pay close attention.