Gordon Chang and Charles Burton describe the Trump-Xi summit as political theater where China projected strength despite economic weaknesses. Concerns exist that support for Taiwan may become a transactional bargaining chip in future trade deals. (7/16)

Season 8 Episode 890  ·  May 19, 12:52 AM
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Gordon Chang and Charles Burton describe the Trump-Xi summit as political theater where China projected strength despite economic weaknesses. Concerns exist that support for Taiwan may become a transactional bargaining chip in future trade deals. (7/16)
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Alan Tonelson argues the Beijing summit achieved little, noting no shifts in Taiwan policy or tariffs. Tonelson and Gordon Chang emphasize China's economic distress, manufacturing overcapacity, and strategic reliance on rare earth minerals. (8/16)
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