US Allies React with Anxiety to Trump-Xi Summit in Beijing
The recent summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing has drawn close global attention, generating mixed reactions among traditional US allies. While the meeting was viewed as a potential step toward international stability, it also sparked significant anxiety in allied capitals regarding the specifics of the discussions. In Japan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi actively arranged calls with President Trump and planned a visit to South Korea to coordinate responses. Japanese officials expressed particular concern over undisclosed details regarding Taiwan and China's export controls on rare earths. Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara emphasized the importance of US-China relations contributing to regional stability. Meanwhile, experts from the Centre for Strategic and International Studies noted that European nations generally welcome more predictable dynamics between Washington and Beijing. The article highlights the delicate balance allies must strike as they monitor the evolving geopolitical landscape shaped by direct engagements between the two superpowers.
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