In a significant move to reshape US-China relations, President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering a visit to China within his first 100 days in office, according to sources cited by the Wall Street Journal. The potential trip underscores Trump’s interest in improving ties with Chinese President Xi Jinping, despite his campaign rhetoric that threatened to impose harsh trade tariffs on Beijing. However, no final decision has been made regarding the visit, leaving room for speculation about the administration’s initial approach to foreign policy.

The proposed visit comes at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions between the two nations. Central to these tensions is the stand-off over Taiwan, the self-governed island that Beijing considers a breakaway province, and Trump’s campaign promise to slap a 60% tariff on Chinese imports. In a recent phone call on January 17, Trump and Xi discussed a range of contentious issues, including trade, Taiwan, and the US government’s impending ban on the Chinese-owned social media platform TikTok. However, it remains unclear whether Trump explicitly mentioned his plans for a China visit during the call. According to the Wall Street Journal, aides on both sides are now tasked with discussing the potential meeting.

If the trip materializes, it would mark an early pivot in Trump’s foreign policy agenda, signaling a desire to stabilize relations with China. The move contrasts with........

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