US, Russia, Ukraine Continue Abu Dhabi Peace Talks; US Calls for New European Security Framework
Negotiators held a second day of talks in Abu Dhabi on the Ukraine conflict, while US and Chinese officials addressed economic ties in New York ahead of next week's APEC summit.
The conversation that mattered
The second day of US-mediated talks between Ukraine and Russia concluded in Abu Dhabi today, with the United States advocating for a "new framework" of security across Europe. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had characterized the initial day of discussions as "constructive and quite substantive".
US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff are involved in the negotiations, which aim to narrow gaps between the warring sides. Russia, for its part, has signaled that its main objective extends beyond a ceasefire to a broader review of security for the entire continent.
Kyiv has cautioned against any outcome resembling a "Yalta 2.0," a reference to historical divisions of Europe. The talks are expected to continue to define positions and compromise frameworks, rather than deliver an immediate resolution.
Today's meetings
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
Actor Two: Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng
Venue Or Format: National Committee on US-China Relations gala, New York
What Was Discussed: Economic ties, the need to "de-risk, not decouple," and China's implementation of Busan commitments.
Signal: Highlights ongoing efforts to manage economic competition and set expectations before an upcoming presidential summit.
Joint statements + readouts
United States
Topic: Angola National Day
Key Line: The United States extends its best wishes to the people of Angola as they celebrate their National Day on November 11.
Multilateral pulse
COP31 World Leaders' Summit, Antalya. The COP31 UN climate conference opened in Türkiye, with world leaders gathering for a two-day summit focused on electrification. Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is attending and is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings on the sidelines.
Bilateral threads worth following
US ↔ China
Current State: Diplomatic engagement continues on economic matters, with both sides emphasizing reciprocity amid upcoming high-level meetings.
Last Move: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng delivered speeches in New York on November 11, discussing trade and bilateral relations.
What we'll be watching next 72h
- European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Dublin, Ireland, on November 12, with approximately 50 leaders expected to discuss Ukraine, energy security, and AI.
- Informal meeting of EU Heads of State or Government in Dublin, Ireland, on November 13, following the EPC Summit.
- Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to address the plenary session of the COP31 World Leaders' Summit on November 12.
- US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are due to meet at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in Shenzhen next week.
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