Trump’s relationship with China has always been ‘transactional’
Sep 22, 2026
News24 contributor Kristin Tate says US President Donald Trump's attitude towards China has always been “transactional” and that he’s not trying to be “friends” with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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AI GeneratedThe discussion focuses on the complex US-China relationship under the Trump administration, specifically the tension between AI competition and diplomatic cooperation. It also examines the transactional nature of Trump's foreign policy and the current strategic landscape of the upcoming US midterm elections.