Trump to pursue stability with China’s Xi in May meeting, USTR Greer says
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President Trump aims for stability with China's Xi Jinping in their May meeting, according to USTR Greer.
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USTR Greer announced that President Trump intends to pursue stability with China's Xi Jinping during their May meeting. Greer stated that the United States is "not looking for a massive confrontation" and described the relationship between the two countries as stable. This signals the Trump administration's current diplomatic approach to China, emphasizing a desire for continuity rather than heightened tensions. The upcoming meeting between President Trump and Xi Jinping will be a key moment for defining the future trajectory of US-China relations.
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