CBS News recently reported, based on information from multiple anonymous sources, that President-elect Donald Trump has extended an invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration on January 20. Trump made this invitation in early November, though it remains uncertain whether Xi will accept. Attempts by Newsweek to confirm this report through direct communication with the Trump-Vance transition team have so far been unsuccessful.
In addition to Xi, Trump has considered inviting other global leaders to his inauguration, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Karoline Leavitt, the spokesperson for Trump's transition team and the incoming press secretary, remarked to CBS News that world leaders are eager to engage with President Trump. They anticipate his return to power as a moment when the United States will reassert its strength globally and work towards peace.
Trump has made significant appointments that signal a tough stance against China. Notably, he has selected Marco Rubio, a senator from Florida known for his critical views on China, as the head of the State Department. Mike Waltz, a Florida representative with strong opinions against China, has been chosen as national security adviser. Both appointees are members of the Republican Party.
The relationship between the United States and China is expected to be a focal point during Trump's tenure. He has previously taken a hard line against China, initiating a trade war by imposing tariffs on Beijing. In response, ahead of the 2020 presidential election, Xi commented on the futility of unilateralism and protectionism. He emphasized that attempts at hegemony or bullying would not succeed.
Despite leaving office, Trump plans to reintroduce high tariffs on Chinese imports—potentially up to 60 percent. The geopolitical landscape has evolved since Trump's previous term; China has become more assertive in regions like Taiwan and the South China Sea. While advocating for increased financial contributions from Taiwan for defense purposes and proposing restrictions on Chinese ownership in American lands and resources, Trump has shown some leniency in certain areas related to China policy—such as his recent opposition to banning TikTok after initially supporting it during his presidency.
This shift occurs as President Joe Biden moves closer to implementing a ban on the Chinese-owned app—a measure that Trump once championed but now questions.
In addition to Xi, Trump has considered inviting other global leaders to his inauguration, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Karoline Leavitt, the spokesperson for Trump's transition team and the incoming press secretary, remarked to CBS News that world leaders are eager to engage with President Trump. They anticipate his return to power as a moment when the United States will reassert its strength globally and work towards peace.
Trump has made significant appointments that signal a tough stance against China. Notably, he has selected Marco Rubio, a senator from Florida known for his critical views on China, as the head of the State Department. Mike Waltz, a Florida representative with strong opinions against China, has been chosen as national security adviser. Both appointees are members of the Republican Party.
The relationship between the United States and China is expected to be a focal point during Trump's tenure. He has previously taken a hard line against China, initiating a trade war by imposing tariffs on Beijing. In response, ahead of the 2020 presidential election, Xi commented on the futility of unilateralism and protectionism. He emphasized that attempts at hegemony or bullying would not succeed.
Despite leaving office, Trump plans to reintroduce high tariffs on Chinese imports—potentially up to 60 percent. The geopolitical landscape has evolved since Trump's previous term; China has become more assertive in regions like Taiwan and the South China Sea. While advocating for increased financial contributions from Taiwan for defense purposes and proposing restrictions on Chinese ownership in American lands and resources, Trump has shown some leniency in certain areas related to China policy—such as his recent opposition to banning TikTok after initially supporting it during his presidency.
This shift occurs as President Joe Biden moves closer to implementing a ban on the Chinese-owned app—a measure that Trump once championed but now questions.
