US Pushes for New Nuclear Talks with China Amid Rising Tensions

The United States is urging China to engage in nuclear arms talks, viewing a limited opportunity for initial discussions, according to a senior Biden administration official. This push comes as National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan meets with top Chinese officials. Challenges remain due to China's slow responsiveness and ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The United States is ramping up efforts to engage China in nuclear arms talks, according to a top Biden administration official. The U.S. sees this as a crucial, yet limited, opportunity to establish preliminary discussions.

National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met with key Chinese officials in Beijing to bridge significant gaps on various issues. However, senior officials cautioned that progress remains uneven.

Despite signals of initial willingness, China's responsiveness has tempered, leading to periodic frustrations. The broader goal is to mitigate nuclear risks through diplomatic dialogue, paralleling previous U.S.-Russia arms control treaties.

(With inputs from agencies.)