US-China Relations: Era of Joint Communiques May Be Over, Analyst Warns

The foundational framework for US-China relations, established by three joint communiques, may have "completely come to an end," according to Zhu Feng, dean of Nanjing University’s School of International Studies. Zhu, a prominent Chinese analyst, expressed skepticism about the possibility of Beijing and Washington reaching a deep political consensus on Taiwan, citing the complexities of US domestic politics as a significant obstacle.

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The era when the three joint communiques set the terms of US-China relations may have ‘completely’ come to an end

This assessment follows a highly anticipated summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump. Beijing announced that the leaders had agreed to foster a "constructive relationship of strategic stability," characterizing the meeting as a major milestone. The White House echoed this sentiment, emphasizing that the relationship should operate "on the basis of fairness and reciprocity."

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it might be ‘unrealistic’ to expect Beijing and Washington to reach a comprehensive political understanding on Taiwan, given US domestic politics.

According to Zhu, these statements indicate a shared intention to synchronize their perspectives and policy approaches, thereby creating a new foundation for their future interactions. The analyst's warning suggests a potential shift in the dynamics of one of the world's most critical bilateral relationships, with implications for regional and global stability.

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