U.S.-China relations
Coverage of U.S.-China relations in the Nexus archive.
- Trump is tanking decades-old policy toward Taiwan — but it’s not too late
President Trump is undermining longstanding U.S. policy toward Taiwan, risking U.S.-China and U.S.-Taiwan relations. His 2016 phone call with Taiwan was an unprecedented move.
- Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against China
The U.S. defense secretary urged Asian leaders to increase military spending in response to China's military buildup. He expressed a moderate tone on U.S.-China relations and avoided mentioning Taiwan.
- Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against China
U.S. defense secretary Hegseth urged Asian leaders to increase military spending against China, citing 'rightful alarm' over China's military buildup. He adopted a moderate stance on U.S.-China relations and avoided mentioning Taiwan.
- Xi Ascendant
The article highlights that Trump's visit to Beijing underscores China's growing influence, suggesting a shift in global power dynamics in favor of China.
- Trump’s Pursuit of a Partnership With China Raises Concerns in India
President Trump's efforts to form a partnership with Chinese leader Xi Jinping have raised concerns in India, prompting U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to clarify Trump's vision for Asia to Indian leaders.
- Washington Might Be Ready to Bargain With Beijing
The United States appears to be shifting toward accepting China's growing global power and may be prepared to engage in negotiations with Beijing. This represents a potential change in U.S. foreign policy approach to Chinese influence.
- Wendy Cutler: What’s at Stake at the Trump-Xi Summit
Wendy Cutler analyzes the implications of the Trump-Xi Summit, highlighting the strategic and economic stakes between the U.S. and China. The article focuses on potential outcomes and challenges in bilateral relations.
- Senate hopeful says US should be 'far more cooperative' with China to fight climate change
Maine Democrat Graham Platner, a Senate hopeful, advocates for increased U.S.-China cooperation on climate change, positioning himself as a progressive alternative to mainstream Democratic views on China. His remarks, including labeling China a strategic partner and criticizing ICE, have drawn sharp criticism from the Republican National Committee and sparked internal Democratic Party divisions.
- Americans grow a bit friendlier toward China
The Pew Research Center survey indicates a rise in favorable views of China among Americans, with approval increasing from 14% in 2023 to 27% in 2026. This shift, driven largely by Democrats, contrasts with persistent distrust, as 71% still view China unfavorably. The change coincides with Trump's second term and his planned visit to China, though confidence in Trump's handling of U.S.-China relations remains low.
- The absence of disaster was a form of progress in Trump's Beijing visit
The article discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing, highlighting that the absence of major incidents or disasters during the visit was considered a form of diplomatic progress between the U.S. and China.