Attendees listen virtually as US President Joe Biden makes opening remarks during the Summit for Democracy in Washington on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. Photo: Bloomberg
US opens Summit for Democracy, with Joe Biden calling for moves to counter authoritarianism as America eyes China
- ‘This is an urgent matter on all our parts,’ US president tells virtual gathering of more than 100 nations
- Event follows Biden’s efforts to strengthen ties with US allies in response to China’s growing global profile
Attendees listen virtually as US President Joe Biden makes opening remarks during the Summit for Democracy in Washington on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. Photo: Bloomberg
