Biden's Diplomatic Dance with Xi: Reactions and Embarrassments
President Biden referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as a "dictator" during a press conference, emphasizing their differing forms of government. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was caught on camera reacting to Biden's remarks, which have sparked concerns about heightened tensions between the US and China. Earlier this year, Blinken supported Biden's use of the term. Despite the comment, Biden highlighted positive steps and cooperation between the two countries during his meeting with Xi at the Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit. China's Foreign Ministry criticized Biden's statement as "extremely wrong and irresponsible political manipulation."