In a bid to improve relations with the United States, China faces an uphill
battle as deepening distrust between the two nations persists. Despite signals
of a potential thaw and the arrival of
Beijing's new ambassador in Washington, Xie Feng, who expressed hopes for
dialogue and cooperation, serious difficulties and challenges lie ahead.
Conflicting signals and recent diplomatic setbacks, such as China's angry
reaction to the G7 summit's stance on human rights and economic coercion,
highlight the roller coaster nature of U.S.-China relations. Concerns over the
FBI investigation into the alleged spy balloon incident and false accusations of
illegal police stations further complicate efforts to bridge the divide.
While the Biden administration wants to move forward, practical actions and
addressing these concerns are necessary before high-level diplomacy can proceed,
leaving the future of the relationship uncertain. |