Trump’s China thaw faces resistance from Congress and his own administration
Donald Trump's recent softer stance on China, including positive remarks about Chinese students and agricultural investments, has generated optimism in Beijing. However, this rhetoric contrasts sharply with ongoing US policies such as tariffs and export controls, leading to skepticism about any significant shift in bilateral relations. Experts suggest that Trump's approach is largely transactional, with little indication of major policy changes due to established institutional consensus in Washington regarding China risks. AI