US Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng, September 18, 2023, in New York, the US. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)

Both sides expressed their hopes for greater stability in their bilateral relationship during the meeting.

Blinken expressed his belief in using face-to-face diplomacy to advance the inter ests and values of both countries, and to discuss areas of difference, adding that this meeting presents an opportunity for the two countries to establish stronger ties based on recent high-level commitments.

These meetings are intended to ensure ongoing open communication and exhibit responsible management of the relationship between the US and China, said Blinken.

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng said that the world's two largest economies are encountering difficulties and challenges, adding that a stable and positive relationship between China and the US would benefit both countries and also the world.

In a statement following the meeting, the US State Department said the meeting involved a candid and constructive discussion in which the two agreed to maintain open lines of communication and discussed various issues including North Korea.