China and U.S. Top Diplomats Hold High-Level Call, Beijing Reports

China and U.S. diplomats discuss high-level interactions in a call, with Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to the U.S. in focus.

Editorial Desk

September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Beijing, China — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in a phone conversation with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday, emphasizing the importance of preparing for future high-level diplomatic exchanges between the two nations.

In the call, Wang highlighted that head-of-state diplomacy remains central to China-U.S. relations, urging both sides to enhance communication, expand cooperation, manage differences, and respect each other’s key interests.

📄 POLICY WIRE WHITEPAPER PUBLISHED: PAKISTAN’S NATIONAL SECURITY POLICY PRIORITIES

👉 READ BY CLICKING HERE

The discussion took place just days before an anticipated visit by Chinese President Xi Jinping to the United States, where he is expected to meet with President Donald Trump on September 24. While the official statement did not explicitly confirm the meeting, it noted that Wang and Rubio had in-depth talks focused on advancing high-level exchanges between the two countries.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

Author

Editorial Desk

Policy Wire is your go-to editorial hub for insightful perspectives and informed analysis on pressing policy issues, both regionally and globally. Over the years, Policy Wire has collaborated with leading international news agencies—including AFP, AP, Reuters, and others—to provide fact-based reporting and nuanced commentary. With a commitment to clarity and credibility, we aim to bridge the gap between complex policy debates and public understanding, ensuring that our readers stay informed on the issues shaping the world today.