US Vice President Anthony Blinken has expressed concerns about China’s attempts to influence and manipulate US elections, despite Chinese President Xi Jinping’s promises not to intervene in US affairs. Blinken made this announcement after his three-day visit to China, where he held meetings with high-ranking Chinese officials, including President Xi Jinping. During the visit, Blinken urged President Xi not to interfere in the upcoming US presidential elections in 2024. Xi assured Blinken that China would abide by its commitment and not interfere, as reported by CNN.

“We have observed demonstrations and possible attempts to manipulate elections, and we want to put an end to this as soon as possible,” Blinken stated in response to a question about China’s compliance with the Sino-US agreement. He emphasized that China’s interference in US elections is closely monitored and completely unacceptable. Blinken also expressed concerns about the potential use of interference tools by China and other countries to impact social divisions within the United States.

These remarks by Vice President Blinken highlight the ongoing tensions between the US and China on the issue of election interference. The possibility of foreign interference in elections has been a concern for many countries, and the United States continues to prioritize the safeguarding of its democratic processes. As the 2024 presidential elections approach, it remains to be seen how both countries will navigate this sensitive issue and ensure the integrity of the electoral process.