Lloyd J. Austin III met his Chinese counterpart as both countries try to show they can manage their disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea.
U.S., Chinese Defense Chiefs Hold First in-Person Talks Since 2022
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Lloyd J. Austin III met his Chinese counterpart as both countries try to show they can manage their disputes over Taiwan and the South China Sea.