Trump’s new formula regarding China
The defense strategy states that President Donald Trump is ready for direct dialogue with China’s President Xi Jinping, aimed at stable peace, fair trade and respectful relations, but it has also been made clear that the talks will take place from a position of strength, not weakness. The US has talked about military-to-military communication, reducing tensions and emphasizing strategic stability with China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA). But it has also warned that China’s fast, large and high-quality military build-up is in full view of America.