Blinken, Chinese Counterpart Qin Hold 'Candid' Talks

The transcript discusses a 7-hour meeting between US and Chinese officials, focusing on diplomatic challenges and future engagements. Key issues like Taiwan and the US-China relationship were addressed. The meeting was cautiously optimistic, with potential future meetings planned. Media portrayal and public perception were also discussed, highlighting the complexity of the diplomatic relationship.

What potential future meetings were hinted at during the discussion, particularly involving Xi Jinping?

What expectations were set by both sides regarding the outcomes of the talks?