Xi says China is ready to work with U.S. on condition of ‘mutual respect’

Ahead of an expected virtual meeting with U.S. President Joe Biden, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the country is willing to work with the U.S. — on condition of mutual respect. Beijing typically uses the term “mutual respect” in calling for more favorable communication with the U.S. “Right now, China-U.S. relations are at a critical historical juncture,” Xi said, according to a letter