How China’s rise is shaping Trump’s strategy in Asia

Might Trump be preparing to abandon Taiwan to China? Allies like Japan, South Korea and the Philippines fear if he does, they might be next. Why is the Trump administration looking so friendly with China’s President Xi?

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A shift in tone is emerging in US-China relations, with US President Donald Trump signaling a more conciliatory approach toward Beijing, including discussions on Taiwan and arms sales.

This breaks with longstanding US policy, and has raiseed concerns among Asian allies about Washington’s security commitments. As China’s military and economic power grows, partners in the Indo-Pacific are questioning whether the US is still prioritizing regional stability and deterrence, especially regarding Taiwan.

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