China, US hold ‘candid’ maritime security talks amid Japan, South China Sea tensions
Second meeting under Trump 2.0 marks latest effort from both sides to maintain military communication despite tensions over multiple issues
China and the United States have held their second round of maritime security talks this year to help manage risks between their militaries, according to the Chinese navy.
The talks, held in Hawaii from Tuesday to Thursday, were “candid and constructive,” the PLA Navy said in a statement on Saturday.
It said both sides exchanged views on the security situation, discussing cases of air and sea encounters and measures to improve operational safety.
The talks took place as tensions continue to grow between Beijing and Tokyo, a long-time US treaty ally, over the Japanese leader’s comments on Taiwan.
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