Chinese leader Xi Jinping used diplomacy at the APEC summit to strengthen Beijing’s regional influence and global image while Trump focused on short-term trade gains. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/11/04/china-stole-the-show-in-asia/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #china #rareearths #us #donaldtrump #xijingping #trade #tariffs #apec