The Gilded Facade of Great Power Diplomacy The recent Xi Trump summit in Beijing has left many scrambling to grasp the intricacies of great power diplomacy, where cooperation and competition blur.
As the world's two largest economies engage in a delicate dance of mutual benefit, it's worth examining the underlying dynamics driving these high stakes negotiations.
The Emperor's New Clothes: Trade Deals and Nationalism Pomp and circumstance surrounded the summit as Xi Jinping and Donald Trump exchanged pleasantries amidst lavish banquets and state visits.