Trump's Snub of Ishiba May Drive Japan Closer to China, Raising US Concerns

Politics

1 year ago

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Credited from: SCMP

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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