Archive · 22 Sep 2025
US Lawmakers Discuss Military Ties with China
US lawmakers visited Beijing to speak with China's Defence Minister, Dong Jun.
This marks the first House of Representatives visit since 2019.
The main goal was to improve communication, especially military-to-military dialogue.
Leaders from both countries also plan future discussions.
These talks aim to reduce tensions stemming from trade, technology, and other issues.
The discussions included strengthening military relationships.
US lawmakers met with China's Defence Minister Dong Jun.
The meeting aimed to bolster military-to-military communication.
Adam Smith led the bipartisan delegation.
The visit marks the first House visit since 2019.
Presidents Trump and Xi agreed to further talks.
- Who
- US Lawmakers
- What
- Met with Chinese Defence Minister
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Beijing, China
- Why
- To strengthen communication
- Delegation Leader
- Adam Smith
- Meeting with
- Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun
- Meeting Location
- Beijing, China
- First House Visit Since
- 2019
- Leaders' Communication
- Donald Trump and Xi Jinping
Sources
US House lawmakers make rare China visit to stabilise ties
US House Group Meets Premier Li as They Kick Off China Visit
US lawmakers on ‘icebreaking’ trip to China aim to stabilise ties amid TikTok and trade tensions after Trump-Xi talks
US lawmakers push for military dialogue in a rare China visit
US lawmakers hold talks with Chinese defence minister during visit
US Lawmakers Call for More Defense Talks in Rare China Visit
US lawmakers hold rare talks with Chinese defence minister
