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Trump Visits Beijing, Meets Xi Amid Trade-War Shortages

5/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, with President Vladimir Putin expected soon.
The trade war forced the United States to rely on rare-earths and AI chips, causing shortages in hospitals, defense and industry.
Former Biden officials say allies now view Washington as erratic after tariff threats, pull-outs and sidelining, while China, Russia, Iran and North Korea deepen cooperation, heightening NATO and Asian concerns.

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U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, with President Vladimir Putin expected soon.
The trade war forced the United States to rely on rare-earths and AI chips, causing shortages in hospitals, defense and industry.
Former Biden officials say allies now view Washington as erratic after tariff threats, pull-outs and sidelining, while China, Russia, Iran and North Korea deepen cooperation, heightening NATO and Asian concerns.