Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with Chinese Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. According to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott, Landau highlighted the importance of maintaining constructive communication between the two countries to address various bilateral issues.
During their meeting, Landau called for China to take concrete steps to stop the flow of fentanyl and its precursor chemicals into the United States. He also underscored the need for ongoing cooperation regarding the return of Chinese citizens who do not have legal status to remain in the United States.
The discussion also covered several regional and global topics. These included concerns about peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, developments related to the Russia-Ukraine war, and the situation in Haiti.
Both officials addressed these matters as part of broader efforts to manage complex international challenges through diplomatic engagement.
