Sullivan Seeks Post-Biden Stability During China Visit

News Analysis White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan’s recent visit to Beijing aims to prevent China from taking advantage of the United States’ potential vulnerability amid two wars in Europe and the Middle East and a November presidential election at home, according to experts. At the end of his Aug. 27–29 trip, Sullivan told reporters, “[China recognizes] that elections are sensitive periods and transitions are sensitive periods, and responsible management through an election and transition is important. “And my visit here during this period helps contribute to try and sustain that responsible management over this coming sensitive period,” he said....