(LEAD) (News Focus) Summit shows China more focused on countering U.S. influence than curbing N.K. nukes: experts

A recent summit indicated that China's primary focus was on countering American influence rather than addressing North Korea's nuclear program. Experts observed that Beijing's strategic priorities during the discussions leaned heavily towards geopolitical competition with the United States. This suggests a shift in China's regional agenda, prioritizing its rivalry with the U.S. over denuclearization efforts on the Korean Peninsula. The summit's outcomes reflect Beijing's growing assertiveness in its foreign policy and its strategic positioning against Washington.

This development matters because China's stance on North Korea significantly impacts regional security and international efforts to curb nuclear proliferation.