The Second Cold War Comes Into Focus
The recent summit between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping revealed ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China, particularly regarding trade and Taiwan. While both leaders discussed various issues, no significant agreements were reached, especially concerning trade barriers and military support for Iran. The situation remains precarious, with Taiwan's security being a critical point of contention in U.S.-China relations.
- ▪President Trump and Xi Jinping discussed trade, the Iran war, and Taiwan security during their summit.
- ▪No breakthroughs were achieved on trade, as China continues to restrict shipments of rare-earth metals to the U.S.
- ▪Xi warned that Taiwan could lead to clashes between the two superpowers, emphasizing its importance in bilateral relations.
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- ▪ Chill coming from Trump’s summit with Xi is proof of a new Cold War with China — Fox News — Latest
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| Original publisher | The American Spectator | USA News and Politics |
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 02:19:52 +0000 |
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Former president Obama’s advisors used to tout his approach as “no drama Obama.” But there was plenty of drama during Obama’s presidency ranging from his sending a few billion in cash to Iran to fund the terrorist regime to surrendering the ideological war to Islam in his 2009 Cairo speech. There was much, much more.President Trump, on the other hand, is proudly dramatic. He sometimes picks his fights but mostly they are thrust upon him.Uncharacteristically, there was very little drama in the president’s summit meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week. Or maybe it was well-concealed behind the pomp and circumstance that played out in Beijing.Messrs. Trump and Xi discussed a host of subjects ranging from trade between the U.S.
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