Trump wrote on social media today (Beijing time May 12): "I am very much looking forward to this trip to China. China is a magnificent country, with a leader deeply respected by people around the world. I believe both nations will have a bright future! President Donald J. Trump"
[Clever] A few remarks: Trump's words are as sweet as honey—just like a magician's trick. We must continue to listen to what he says and observe what he does; we shouldn't be misled by his flattery. With his visit to China set to resume after a nine-year hiatus, he’s already rushing to pile on high praise—“excited,” “magnificent,” “deeply respected”—on social media today. This is so typically Trump: treating diplomacy like a reality show, using handshakes and smiles as emotional prelude to deals. The more extravagant the praise, the more likely there is a concrete interest or pressure tactic behind the scenes. We’ve grown accustomed to his “Twitter-driven” policy reversals—yesterday’s “great friend” can become tomorrow’s “tariff target” overnight. So no matter how beautiful the words sound, they’re just wind. Only an agreement reached through genuine, equal, respectful, and mutually beneficial dialogue at the negotiating table truly counts.
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