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Trump Signs China Trade Pact, Critics Warn Xi Gains Power

5/16/2026

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President Donald Trump signed trade agreements with China, marking a shift toward partnership.
Analysts warn the agreements could empower Xi Jinping’s long-term plan for global dominance.
Joerg Wuttke of Albright Stonebridge Group says Xi aims to dominate the world and place the United States in a subordinate position.
Jonathan Czin of Brookings notes Beijing seeks the lowest price to keep Trump engaged while supporting Russia’s war in Europe.

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President Donald Trump signed trade agreements with China, marking a shift toward partnership.
Analysts warn the agreements could empower Xi Jinping’s long-term plan for global dominance.
Joerg Wuttke of Albright Stonebridge Group says Xi aims to dominate the world and place the United States in a subordinate position.
Jonathan Czin of Brookings notes Beijing seeks the lowest price to keep Trump engaged while supporting Russia’s war in Europe.