**Biden Meets Xi to Discuss Global Issues**
US President Joe Biden met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Lima, Peru on November 16. The two leaders discussed various issues affecting the region and the world. This was their last meeting before Biden leaves office in January 2025.
The White House said that Biden condemned North Korea‘s deployment of thousands of troops to Russia. This move is seen as an expansion of Russia’s war against Ukraine, which has serious consequences for peace and security in Europe and the Indo-Pacific region.
**China’s Role in the Conflict**
Experts are skeptical about China’s claim that it had no knowledge of the troop transfer. China has been a close partner to both Russia and North Korea. Biden expressed concern over China’s continued support for Russia’s defense industry, which has helped sustain the Russian economy during the invasion.
The EU has evidence that China is providing lethal aid, including attack drones, to Russia. Xi Jinping claimed that China’s position on the war has “always been fair and square.”
**Global Implications**
Biden’s meeting with Xi took place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. The two leaders also discussed the importance of maintaining peace and security on the Korean Peninsula.
The outcome of this meeting could have significant implications for global security, especially given the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump as US President. Trump has been critical of Biden’s policies, and his return to office may impact Russia’s war in Ukraine and security worldwide.
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