Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed the concept of a trilateral summit involving Chinese leader Xi Jinping during a telephone conversation, according to the Kremlin. The potential high-level meeting is being weighed ahead of the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit scheduled for November in China.
Trilateral Summit Plans for APEC in Shenzhen
Russian and American leadership addressed organizing a three-way discussion alongside Beijing’s administration during a phone call on Tuesday, Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov told journalists on Wednesday. According to the Kremlin, the gathering would coincide with the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit.
APEC plans to host its gathering in Shenzhen, China, running from November 18 to 19. Russia has officially indicated that Putin will attend the event, though the White House has not yet confirmed whether Trump will make the trip to Shenzhen, according to official statements.
When asked directly if Trump and Putin talked about a trilateral meeting during their Tuesday call, Peskov answered, “Bez šaubām!”—or translated into reporting terms, without doubt. “This possibility has been mentioned before, and such an opportunity will exist,” Peskov stated to the press. APEC functions as an intergovernmental forum originating in the 1980s, serving as a primary economic cooperation venue connecting the US, Russia, and China.
Diplomatic Envoys Visit Moscow and Kyiv
The diplomatic push follows recent travel by high-level American representatives to Eastern Europe. US presidential envoys Stīvs Vitkofs un Džareds Kušners (Steve Witkof and Jared Kushner) visited both Moscow and Kyiv over the weekend to hold discussions with regional actors.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the diplomatic mission during a Tuesday press briefing. According to Zelenskyy, Trump’s envoys delivered “pāris labu, cienījaru priekšlikumu” (a couple of good, respectable proposals), though the Ukrainian leader added, “vai būs rezultāts, to es pagaidām nezinu” (whether there will be result, I do not know yet). Zelenskyy also noted his expectation to meet with Trump in the latter half of September to address Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, with Ukrainian media outlets projecting the meeting could take place in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Did You Know?
APEC encompasses member economies spanning across the Asia-Pacific region, making its annual leaders’ summit a focal point for international diplomacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the upcoming APEC summit scheduled?
The APEC economic summit is planned for November 18 to 19 in Shenzhen, China, according to event organizers.
Who participated in the recent diplomatic outreach to Moscow and Kyiv?
US presidential representatives Stīvs Vitkofs un Džareds Kušners visited Moscow and Kyiv over the weekend, delivering proposals acknowledged by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Has the White House confirmed President Trump’s attendance at the Shenzhen summit?
As of Wednesday, the White House has not formally announced whether President Donald Trump will attend the APEC summit in China, while Moscow has confirmed Vladimir Putin’s participation.
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