Foreign Media: Trump's easing toward China faces resistance from Congress and within the government.
During his visit to China last month, Trump enthusiastically supported Chinese students studying in the U.S. and endorsed Chinese investments in American farmland. These rhetorical concessions shocked his political base. Previously, he repeatedly proposed allowing Chinese automakers access to the U.S. market, but this policy has been met with cold reception both within the administration and across party lines in Congress. Meanwhile, the U.S. government continues advancing restrictive measures such as tariffs and export controls, highlighting the contradiction in Washington’s strategic approach toward China.
Experts point out that Trump’s statements are largely driven by transactional considerations, and verbal support is unlikely to translate into major policy shifts. Others argue that this reflects his desire to reduce confrontation and stabilize bilateral relations, creating an opening for revitalizing Sino-U.S. ties.
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