On May 11, 2026, in a statement issued by the Chinese leader, President Xi Jinping called for strengthened cooperation with the United States, emphasizing that the common interests between the two major powers now outweigh their existing differences.
The remarks come amid a period of fluctuating Sino-US relations. According to Xi, promoting bilateral cooperation is essential to addressing global challenges and fostering regional stability.
Analysts view this as a positive signal from China, indicating Beijing's willingness to engage in dialogue and seek common ground with Washington, despite ongoing trade and geopolitical tensions. There has been no immediate response from the United States to the statement.
