President Biden Holds Rare Solo Press Conference in California
The world leaders of the two largest economies, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping, met for hours at the Filoli Historic House & Garden in Woodside, California. The leaders discussed important objectives such as resuming military-to-military communications and cracking down on fentanyl.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation in San Francisco, where officials and heads of state from other leading economies are also gathering this week. President Biden acknowledges the competition between the United States and China but highlights areas of potential cooperation, such as climate change.
During his meeting with Chinese President Xi, President Biden emphasized the importance of maintaining competition without allowing it to escalate into conflict. He expressed the United States' intention to manage competition responsibly and engage in candid exchanges. President Biden also highlighted the global desire for cooperation and the responsibility to work together when it serves their interests.
Aside from discussing China, President Biden is expected to address various topics during his press conference, including the ongoing Hamas-Israel war in the Middle East.
How to watch President Biden's press conference
- What: President Biden holds press conference after meeting with Chinese president
- Date: Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023
- Time: After 7:45 p.m. ET
- Location: Filoli Historic House & Garden, Woodside, California
- Online stream: Live on CBS News in the player above and on your mobile or streaming device.
