U.S. and Chinese Military Commanders Reopen High-Level Talks

First dialogue in years addresses regional tensions, operational safety, and the need for sustained communication.

Admiral Samuel Paparo of the U.S. Pacific Command and General Wu Yanan of China's Southern Theater Command held a video conference on Tuesday.
This marks the first high-level military dialogue between the U.S. and China since communication was severed in 2022.
Paparo emphasized the need for China to comply with international laws and reduce aggressive tactics in the South China Sea.
Both commanders discussed enhancing communication to prevent miscalculations and ensure operational safety.
The talks were a result of an agreement between Presidents Biden and Xi to resume military communications.