NEW YORK -- U.S. Navy Adm. John Aquilino, the nominee to be the next leader of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, told senators in his confirmation hearing Tuesday that he will advocate for a direct line of communication, or "red phone," with his Chinese counterpart to de-escalate and manage crises.
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Two red phones were seen on Chinese President Xi Jinping's desk as he gave his New Year address. (Screenshot from CGTN)
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