Asia-Pacific summit in Peru concludes with Xi Jinping in spotlight as Biden navigates election fallout
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit concluded in Lima, Peru, with leaders discussing regional economic strategies. Chinese President Xi Jinping took a prominent role, promoting globalization and criticizing protectionism, while U.S. President Joe Biden faced challenges after his party's election losses. Biden's late arrival for the traditional family photo highlighted his diminished position. He expressed concerns about North Korea's ties with Russia and sought to strengthen alliances that may be affected by the incoming Trump administration. In a final meeting, Biden and Xi discussed maintaining communication between their countries. Xi expressed readiness to work with the new U.S. administration, while Biden emphasized the importance of avoiding conflict amid competition.