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Reading the Tea Leaves: The Tug-of-War Behind US–China Diplomacy

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Title: Reading the Tea Leaves: The Tug-of-War Behind US–China Diplomacy Description: In this episode of DC Insiders, Ambassador Edgar Kagan of CSIS joins Host Wenchi Yu to examine what the recent Trump-Xi summit means for Taiwan amid delayed arms sales and intensifying strategic competition. Kagan argues that while the delay may not be a direct concession to Beijing, its symbolism can deepen doubts about US reliability, one of China’s central objectives. They also discuss Taiwan’s indispensable role in advanced chips, China’s push for access to AI technology and Indo-Pacific concerns that Washington may prioritize short-term stability with Beijing over a clear regional deterrent.