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China's Diplomat Urges World Peace Over U.S. Disruption

1/16/2026

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On January 16, 2026, Xie Feng, China's top diplomat in the United States, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s policy in a speech to China General Chamber of Commerce.
He framed the choice as between China-led stable world and a world disrupted by U.S. actions.
Xie cited the abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and United States' withdrawal from numerous international organizations, warning of rising instability and urging a peace-or-war choice.

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On January 16, 2026, Xie Feng, China's top diplomat in the United States, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump’s policy in a speech to China General Chamber of Commerce.
He framed the choice as between China-led stable world and a world disrupted by U.S. actions.
Xie cited the abduction of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and United States' withdrawal from numerous international organizations, warning of rising instability and urging a peace-or-war choice.