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Xi Jinping Slams Trade Wars, Supports Latin America

5/13/2025

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In a powerful three-hour address at the China-CELAC Forum, Xi Jinping denounced trade wars, branding Donald Trump a "bully." He called for an end to the US embargo on Cuba and reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting Latin America. While the US and China have agreed to lower tariffs, the path ahead remains fraught with uncertainty.

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In a powerful three-hour address at the China-CELAC Forum, Xi Jinping denounced trade wars, branding Donald Trump a "bully." He called for an end to the US embargo on Cuba and reaffirmed China's commitment to supporting Latin America. While the US and China have agreed to lower tariffs, the path ahead remains fraught with uncertainty.