Trump and Xi: A Showdown

Mapping the World Essentials Season 5 Episode 75

Overview:
Given Donald Trump's chaotic governance, China likes to present itself as a neutral and stable state. However, this doesn't prevent the country from discreetly supporting Tehran and Russia, colonizing islands in the South China Sea, and advancing its military buildup. On the occasion of the meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing: an assessment.

Genre : Documentary

Actors : Émilie Aubry

Release Date : 2026-05-13

Duration : 4 menit

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