[HIGHLIGHTS] In the wake of the exchange of accusations and tension between Beijing and Washington. 'Rare' visit by senior US official to China

Senior military officials from both countries exchanged criticism over their military moves in East Asia. Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu warned against establishing NATO-like military alliances in the Asia-Pacific region.

US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific affairs arrived in Beijing on Sunday to discuss thorny issues between the two sides. Two Chinese military officers said their country wanted clear signals from Washington of a non-confrontational approach in Asia, including ending U.S. sanctions imposed on China's defense minister since 2018.