The military navies of the United States and China took a big step forward by meeting for maritime security talks in sunny Hawaii. From November 18 to 20, the two military teams sat down for a frank and constructive exchange, according to the Chinese navy's official social media. The talks focused on the current maritime and air security situation between these two global giants. After months of tense trade conflicts, this meeting is like a fresh wave washing over old troubles and restoring the broken lines of military communication. "The two sides had frank and constructive exchanges ... mainly exchanging views on the current maritime and air security situation between China and the U.S.," reported the People's Liberation Army Navy's post. Such open talks show both countries want to keep the waters safe and avoid big storms in their relationship. It's a promising sign of calmer seas ahead in this powerful and often tricky US-China friendship.