The tension is high as the final meeting between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping approaches. The meeting will take place during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in Lima, Peru.
The two leaders plan to discuss conflicts over cybercrime, trade, Taiwan, and Russia, but there are challenges to de-escalation.
The backdrop of the meeting includes a recent cyberattack linked to China, strained relations over Taiwan, and China's support for Russia.
Biden's administration has implemented trade measures that have impacted China's economy, while Trump has proposed tariffs on Chinese goods.
Xi is currently on a diplomatic tour in Latin America, aiming to secure access to vital commodities.
The meeting between Biden and Xi carries implications for global economic stability, and both leaders are aware of the potential consequences.
The focus will be on how they address the pressing issues at hand, as diplomacy, trade, and security shape international relations.