Reported 9 months ago
In a call between US Deputy Secretary of State Campbell and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma on June 27, they discussed the recent serious conflict in the South China Sea involving mainland China and the Philippines. Campbell reiterated the US's commitment to defending the Philippines under the Mutual Defense Treaty, emphasized the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait, expressed concerns about China's support for Russia's defense industry, and discussed challenges on the Korean Peninsula. The call was part of ongoing efforts to maintain open communication between the two major powers and responsibly manage competition in their relationship.
Source: YAHOO