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Rubio meets China’s foreign minister in Malaysia as US-Chinese tensions mount
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, JUL 11 – U.S. Secretary of State Rubio met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi amid rising trade tensions and regional security concerns, with tariffs reaching up to 145% on Chinese goods, officials said.
- On Friday at the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, Rubio met Wang Yi, highlighting ongoing U.S.-China tensions amid escalating trade and regional security disputes.
- Amid escalating trade disputes and China's warning against U.S. tariff reinstatement before August 12, Rubio's meeting with Wang highlighted tensions over tariffs, Ukraine support, and regional security.
- During their talks, Southeast Asian ministers pressed on regional security, China’s dominance, and reviewed cooperation on supply chains; Rubio highlighted China’s covert support for Russia in Ukraine.
- Rubio indicated a 'high probability' of a Trump-Xi summit, highlighting ongoing efforts for direct diplomatic engagement amid rising U.S.-China tensions over tariffs and regional security.
- By August 12, China must reach a tariff deal, with Rubio’s visit aiming to shift U.S. focus to the Indo-Pacific region over long-term strategic interests.
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