Blinken warns China is trying to influence upcoming elections
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken concluded his visit to China by expressing concerns about Chinese attempts to influence the upcoming US elections, despite assurances from Chinese President Xi Jinping not to interfere. Blinken reiterated President Biden’s message to Xi during their summit last November, emphasizing the importance of respecting the integrity of the electoral process. He stated that evidence suggests China’s efforts to influence and potentially interfere with the elections, emphasizing the need to address such behavior promptly. Additionally, Blinken highlighted concerns about foreign nations exploiting social divisions within the US for influence campaigns. Despite China’s denial of interference in US elections based on its non-interference principle, allegations of political interference in other countries have surfaced. Blinken’s visit signifies ongoing efforts to improve bilateral communication between the US and China, emphasizing the importance of addressing differences to prevent escalating competition into conflict.#USChinaRelations
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