Economic Communication - The Biden administration prioritizes strategic communication over economic discussions, contrasting with the Trump administration, which focused more on economic exchanges [2][9] - Janet Yellen's discussions with China primarily revolve around structural issues like overcapacity, which are more strategic than purely economic, leading to limited outcomes [6][9] - The economic dialogue under Biden has not yielded significant results due to unresolved structural strategic conflicts, with the U.S. feeling it has the upper hand in negotiations [6][10] Strategic Communication - The Biden administration emphasizes structural contradictions in strategic discussions, addressing issues like the Taiwan Strait, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the South China Sea [5][9] - The Trump administration's approach is characterized by tactical issues rather than overarching strategic narratives, focusing on specific matters like tariffs and TikTok [11][12] - The shift from strategic to tactical discussions under Trump has led to a higher likelihood of reaching agreements on specific issues, despite the apparent increase in confrontational rhetoric [12][13] High-Level Meetings - High-level meetings between the U.S. and China are structured to manage differences, with annual meetings planned in 2022, 2023, and 2024, demonstrating a methodical approach to bilateral relations [4][27] - The effectiveness of these meetings is highlighted by the reduced likelihood of conflict post-Bali discussions, indicating a successful management of competitive tensions [4][23] - The upcoming high-level summit in November is anticipated to differ from previous meetings, potentially leading to more agreements as both sides may temporarily set aside strategic disagreements [27]
中美交流:从巴厘岛到西班牙
Hu Xiu·2025-09-17 09:00