US says talks with China 'essential' to curb risk of conflict

"The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People's Republic of China are essential -- especially between our defence and military leaders," Austin told the Shangri-La Dialogue.

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin speaks during the 20th Shangri-La Dialogue summit in Singapore on June 3, 2023. AFP

By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

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US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said on Saturday it was "essential" to renew dialogue with China to avoid "misunderstandings" that could lead to a conflict

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US says talks with China 'essential' to curb risk of conflict

"The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People's Republic of China are essential -- especially between our defence and military leaders," Austin told the Shangri-La Dialogue.

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin speaks during the 20th Shangri-La Dialogue summit in Singapore on June 3, 2023. AFP

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