China’s Xi’s Absence from G20 Summit Leaves Biden Disappointed
President Joe Biden expressed disappointment that Chinese President Xi Jinping would not be attending the G20 summit in India but hinted that he would have a chance to meet with him at some point. Biden will be visiting India for the summit and then Vietnam as part of his administration’s efforts to strengthen relations in Asia. The Chinese Premier, Li Qiang, is expected to represent Beijing at the G20 summit in India. Biden expressed his desire for closer relations with both India and Vietnam, stating that it could be beneficial for all parties involved.