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China, U.S. to boost security ties, but no breakthroughs
China and the United States agreed on Thursday to boost military ties and counter-terrorism cooperation during high-level annual talks in Beijing, but there was little immediate sign of progress on thorny cyber-security or maritime issues. The two-day talks, led by Secretary of State John Kerry and Treasury Secretary Jack Lew for the United States and Vice Premier Wang Yang and top diplomat Yang Jiechi for China, were never expected to achieve great breakthroughs. The fifth Strategic and Economic Dialogue is more about managing an increasingly complex and at times testy relationship.
Outcomes:
After discussions on topics ranging from the value of China's currency to North Korea, Yang said the two sides agreed to strengthen cooperation in counter-terrorism, law enforcement and military-to-military relations. Yang said China wanted cooperation on cyber issues on the basis of mutual respect and trust. Kerry also repeated his earlier message that Washington wanted a strong, prosperous and stable China.
Government?:
Yes
Type of Exchange:
diplomatic
Partners:
United States and Chinese Governments
Participants (Types):
American and Chinese government officials
Exchange Date:
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Continuing:
No
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Level of Government:
national
Location:
Beijing
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