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US Faces Strategic Uncertainty as China Reasserts Global Position

Geopolitical tensions are intensifying as China consolidates its standing as a major power while the United States lacks a clear long-term strategy to manage the shift, analysts say. The challenge extends beyond bilateral US-China relations, as regional competitors including Russia and Iran reshape the global order. President Trump visited Beijing in the first trip to China by a sitting US president in nearly a decade, with Taiwan emerging as a flashpoint. Xi Jinping cautioned Trump against mismanaging the Taiwan issue, warning of potential conflict. The summit brought together major US tech executives for a state banquet, signaling continued engagement despite underlying tensions. Trade and Iran policy are expected to dominate ongoing talks as the administration navigates multiple pressure points across Asia and the Middle East.