It is a pleasure to be in Beijing. I have come today to conduct a dialogue with Chinese officials on security and stability that reflects today's world. For this purpose U.S. Government representatives have been dispatched to Europe, Asia, Australia and Canada.
China clearly shares an interest in promoting peace and stability in East Asia and the world.
Curbing the threat posed by weapons of mass destruction is a key element in the maintenance of peace and prosperity. This is my first trip to China as Assistant Secretary for East Asian and Pacific affairs. I welcome the chance to meet my Chinese counterparts. I hope to work closely with them over the next few years as we seek to build on our shared interests, while maintaining a healthy dialogue on the issues that divide us. This site is produced and maintained by the Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy, Japan.