The meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping generated significant interest in both the media and expert circles. There were high expectations for decisive results, but the reality proved less impressive than anticipated.
In the lead-up, Trump raised stakes by threatening additional tariffs and setting a deadline for November 1, 2025, but the meeting took place on October 30 with only partial bilateral issues addressed. Key outcomes included agreements on rare earth resources and a partial reduction of tariffs.
Trump highlighted the meeting as a domestic victory, but no joint statement was signed, suggesting no real progress on fundamental issues such as nuclear parity and broader strategic matters. The absence of a joint position indicated that major differences remained, particularly regarding global competition and regional influence.
Experts note that while China and the US remain economic superpowers, no strategic balance was achieved at this meeting. Only temporary trade compromises were made, leaving many unresolved questions, including China's support for Russia, dual-use technology exports, and its broader global ambitions.
The meeting showed that US-China rivalry will continue, with both sides looking to strengthen their positions economically, militarily, and regionally.
