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This American Life. Live from NPR News in Washington, I'm Nora Rahm. President Biden is a meeting

with Chinese President Xi Jinping today on the sidelines of a global summit in Peru. NPR's

Asma Khalid reports it's likely the last time these world leaders will meet

before the next U.S. administration takes over in January.

Biden has spent much of his presidency trying to manage competition

and work with allies to counter China's influence.

But China's influence around the world has been growing. In fact, China's

President Xi arrived in Peru this week and inaugurated a huge new Chinese-funded port in the country,

an effort to extend its economic ties in Latin America. Biden is expected to discuss trade

practices today in addition to issues around fentanyl, AI, and climate.

But one big question looming over the Biden-she talks is how the incoming president Donald Trump will navigate the relationship.

During his campaign, Trump threatened hefty additional tariffs on China.

Asma Khalid and NPR News, Lima.

U.S.S. allies are watching closely as President-elect Trump announces his choices for his cabinet.

He picked former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard to become the Director of National Intelligence.

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