China Seeks Dialogue with U.S. While Upholding Sovereignty Ahead of March Summit

China has expressed willingness to enhance communication with the United States while firmly maintaining its sovereignty, security, and development 'red lines,' according to Lou Qinjian, a spokesperson for China's Parliament. Ahead of a planned summit between leaders Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing at the end of March 2026, both sides aim to stabilize relations by expanding cooperation and reducing conflicts. U.S. trade negotiators are set to meet in Paris to discuss potential deals linked to the summit.