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Susan Thornton
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- 1Susan Thornton on US-China ties and avoiding a new balloon crisis●Susan Thornton on US-China ties, post-midterms and averting a new balloon crisis
Former US diplomat Susan Thornton discusses the state of US-China relations following the midterm elections, warning against renewed provocations such as last year's balloon incident. She argues both Washington and Beijing should use the shifting political moment to stabilise ties, rebuild diplomatic channels and prevent crises from spiralling as strategic competition continues.
- 2Susan Thornton on US-China ties after midterms▼Open Questions | Susan Thornton on US-China ties, post-midterms and averting a new balloon crisis
Former US diplomat Susan Thornton discussed the state of US-China relations following the midterm elections, addressing how Washington and Beijing can manage tensions and avoid a repeat of the balloon incident that derailed diplomacy earlier in the year. The interview explores prospects for stabilising the relationship and reopening channels of communication between the two powers.