Firsthand knowledge beats false assumptions

Although many have used the word "rare" to describe the visit of a bipartisan delegation from the US House of Representatives to Beijing starting on Sunday, as it is the first of its kind since 2019, it continues the cautious but necessary sustaining of the channels of communication between the two countries.

Led by Democratic Representative Adam Smith, the delegation met with Premier Li Qiang in Beijing on Sunday. Premier Li made it clear that China welcomes engagement that is rational, respectful and mutually beneficial.

As Li correctly urged in the meeting, the US Congress should adopt an objective view of China and bilateral relations so as to facilitate exchanges and cooperation.