Donald Trump eyes deal in Beijing as China gauges U.S. ‘decline’
The Hindu • 5/7/2026 – 5/11/2026
Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to visit China from May 13-15. The agenda for the visit includes discussions on trade, technology, and Taiwan. The announcement comes as China assesses the perceived decline of the United States.
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