Xi Jinping Begins Southeast Asia Tour, Promoting China as a Trade Partner Amid US Tariff Tensions
Xi Jinping visits Vietnam, emphasizing multilateral trade and stability, contrasting China's approach with the US amid ongoing tariff disputes.
Xi is expected to cast China as a reliable partner and defender of global trade.
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It is expected Xi’s visit will seek to emphasise that China is a reliable partner, contrasting itself with Washington, which imposed – then suspended – punishing tariffs across south-east Asia, an export-reliant region.
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Xi’s visit this week lets China show Southeast Asia it is a responsible superpower in the way that contrasts with the way the U.S. under President Donald Trump presents to the whole world.
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At a time of rising unilateralism and protectionism, China’s economy has remained a “key driver of the world economy.”
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Summary
Chinese President Xi Jinping commenced a diplomatic tour in Southeast Asia to strengthen trade ties, particularly with Vietnam, as the US maintains high tariffs on Chinese goods. Xi emphasized that trade wars yield no winners and urged for a cooperative international trading system. His visit aims to position China as a stable partner amidst the uncertainty caused by US President Trump's tariff policies. Vietnam, facing significant tariffs, is keen on enhancing cooperation with China while balancing its relationship with the US. Agreements across various sectors are expected to be signed during this visit.
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