Constructive Engagement: Are We Going to Do This Again?
President Trump's recent summit with China was characterized by a softer approach, focusing on pragmatic areas of common interest. Critics argue that this reflects a return to a failed policy of constructive engagement with China. However, some analysts suggest that Trump's strategy may be a calculated move to strengthen U.S. power while appearing conciliatory.
- ▪Trump's approach during the summit was described as softer and conciliatory.
- ▪Critics on the right accuse Trump of reinstating a failed policy of constructive engagement with China.
- ▪Analysts propose that Trump's strategy may be aimed at strengthening U.S. military power while engaging China diplomatically.
2 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 31 hours. All of the coverage we found sits in one bucket: lean right. That one-sidedness is itself worth noticing.
- ▪ Constructive Engagement: Are We Going to Do This Again? — Real Clear Defense
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| Original publisher | The American Spectator | USA News and Politics |
| Canonical URL | https://spectator.org/constructive-engagement-are-we-going-to-do-this-again/ |
| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 02:19:53 +0000 |
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The BBC described President Trump’s approach toward China during the recent summit meeting in Beijing as “softer.” Dennis Wilder, who advised President George W. Bush on China, praised Trump for respecting China’s national interests and recognizing Sino-U.S. responsibilities to the world. Al Jazeera noted that during the summit Trump focused on “pragmatic areas of common interest” between the U.S. and China. The Los Angeles Times characterized Trump’s approach to China’s President Xi Jinping as “conciliatory.” Charlie Campbell of Time magazine claims that Trump’s performance in China, which Campbell characterized as “deferential,” was based on a recognition that geopolitical power has shifted to the east.
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