Biden and Xi meet in Peru as tensions rise over cyber crime and Taiwan

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U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in Lima, Peru, on Saturday for their first talks in seven months. This meeting comes as tensions rise over issues like cyber crime, trade, Taiwan, and Russia, ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration. The meeting occurs during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, where leaders are concerned about Trump's return to power. Recent cyber attacks linked to China and increasing pressure on Taiwan have heightened U.S. frustrations. Biden aims to maintain stability in U.S.-China relations during this transition. Xi is also engaging in a diplomatic tour of Latin America, seeking to strengthen ties and secure resources. U.S. officials express concern over China's growing influence in the region, while Xi's visit aims to improve perceptions of China's business environment.


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