President Biden criticized Chinese President Xi Jinping, referring to him as a “dictator,” which may further strain the already tense relationship between the two nations. Biden made the remarks after a meeting with Xi at the Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in California.
During the meeting, Biden highlighted several agreements reached with Xi, such as addressing fentanyl smuggling into the U.S. and resuming military communication. They also discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
This is not the first time Biden has referred to Xi as a dictator. In June, he made similar comments, attributing Xi’s reaction to a U.S. military action against a Chinese spy balloon to his dictatorial behavior.
Overall, the President’s remarks are expected to further elevate tensions between the two global powers. For the latest updates and news analysis, visit The Hill.
