Leaders from China, Russia and the United States are reportedly in contact to arrange a first trilateral meeting on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Shenzhen in November. Preparations are described as under way with just over two weeks until the summit dates of 18–19 November, which officials in Beijing, Moscow and Washington are said to be working around.

China’s foreign ministry is reported as acknowledging discussions with Washington and Moscow after earlier silence, while Moscow is described as already confirming that the idea is being discussed. Across the outlets, the meeting is framed as potentially enhancing diplomatic standing, though concrete outcomes are uncertain because the three countries have differing priorities and could limit what they agree.

Some reporting also highlights regional concerns that decisions affecting Ukraine could be made without Kyiv’s participation. Other coverage focuses more directly on Russia’s efforts to finalize arrangements, including statements attributed to Kremlin officials about timing and work progressing toward a possible summit meeting.