Trump’s Demand for One-on-One Xi Meeting Stalls US-China Trade Talks
Trump’s insistence on one-on-one talks with Xi Jinping is creating a major impasse in trade negotiations, effectively halting other diplomatic efforts to resolve the escalating trade war between the US and China. This strategy, seemingly driven by a desire for a highly publicized “win,” is proving counterproductive and deeply problematic.
The core issue lies in the stark contrast between Trump’s approach and the established norms of international diplomacy. High-level negotiations rarely begin with a summit between heads of state. Instead, extensive groundwork is laid through lower-level discussions and intermediary channels, ironing out details and creating a framework for a possible agreement.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood