President Joe Biden began his six-day visit to Peru and Brazil, participating in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation and the G20 international summits. During these meetings, he is expected to discuss important issues with various world leaders, although White House officials refrained from detailing how he would approach conversations about Trump.
According to officials, Biden will use these summits to pressure allies to maintain their support for Ukraine in the face of the Russian invasion, as well as seek solutions for conflicts in Lebanon and Gaza. It is an opportunity to hold meetings with heads of state he has worked with over the years. However, the attention of world leaders is focused on Donald Trump's return to the White House.
Some leaders, such as South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, are taking the opportunity to strengthen ties with Trump and assess potential alliances. Trump's return has generated expectations and inquiries from other international leaders about the changes this event may bring to global politics.
During a conversation with Trump, Biden discussed issues such as the conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Ukraine, highlighting the need to obtain different perspectives on crucial topics for the international community. The relationship between the United States and China is prioritized given the delicate existing situation.
Biden is also expected to address the investigation into an alleged Chinese hacking of devices used by American political figures during the presidential campaign. Trump has previously spoken about his personal connection with Xi Jinping, and after a congratulatory call, the Chinese leader expressed his desire to improve relations between the two countries.
Biden's meetings in Peru and Brazil focus on issues such as climate change, global infrastructure, the fight against drug trafficking, and individual meetings with various world leaders. The visit to the Amazon rainforest will be an important moment to make it clear that power transitions are normal in democracies.
The conversation between Biden and Xi Jinping will be crucial during this tour, as it will be their first in-person meeting in a long time. The U.S. administration has imposed sanctions on Chinese companies for their cooperation with Russia, and concerns about Beijing's actions are on the discussion agenda.
In this context, Biden has tried to maintain a stable relationship with Xi despite the tensions and challenges that have arisen. Both leaders will seek to address various issues, including China's influence in international conflicts.
