- Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba faces repeated snubs from US President-elect Donald Trump, pushing him towards Beijing according to analysts.
- Trump's refusal to meet Ishiba has sparked worries about US influence in the Asia-Pacific region, with Ishiba indicating he may visit China.
- Critics note that Trump's explanations for avoiding Ishiba clash with his meetings with other foreign leaders, raising questions about his diplomatic approach.
- Experts suggest Ishiba's shift in focus away from the US could complicate relations, even as he seeks concessions from the weakening Chinese economy.
- The potential for closer Sino-Japanese ties could impact the stability of the US-Japan alliance, with Ishiba's approach drawing both criticism and concern in Japan.
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