Biden and Xi Discuss Taiwan, AI, Economy in Call Meant to Restore Communication

Biden and Xi discussed Taiwan, AI, fentanyl, and security issues in a call meant to restore regular communication between the leaders.

They talked about Taiwan ahead of the inauguration of its new president next month. Biden reiterated longstanding US policy.

Biden raised concerns about China's actions in the South China Sea, as well as hacking, human rights, treatment of Americans, and its relationship with Russia.

The leaders touched on AI cooperation and risks just after a UN resolution calling for global AI safeguards that China and US backed.

Ahead of Treasury Secretary Yellen's China visit, Biden raised economic concerns like unfair trade practices and risks from China's green energy expansion.