Chinese President Xi Jinping says he appreciates the US president's desire to resolve the Korean Peninsula issue politically. He made the remarks while discussing the Korean Peninsula with President Trump in a phone call.

President Xi said China is firmly committed to a denuclearized Korean Peninsula and to resolving the issue with dialogue. He said he hopes the US-DPRK talks can begin as soon as possible. The Chinese president urged all parties concerned to show goodwill and avoid affecting or interfering with the improving situation on the peninsula. Trump, meanwhile, said it has been proven that President Xi is right to insist on a dialogue between the United States and the DPRK. Trump added the US appreciates China's role in the matter, and will maintain close contact with Beijing.