Xi Warns Trump: A Glimpse into the Fragile Balance of Power The meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing has sent a clear signal that even as tensions rise, both leaders are acutely aware of the delicate balance of power underlying their relationship.
The Chinese leader's warning to Trump about the potential for conflict over Taiwan highlights the deep seated concerns driving this high stakes diplomacy. The stakes have never been higher.
As Trump navigates his own domestic politics, Xi faces no comparable economic or political pressure.