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Washington PostThursday, 14 May 2026
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Trump signals a zeal to cut deals at China summit
Openness to rethinking U.S. support for Taiwan alarms island’s backers
The paper highlights a transactional approach to foreign policy, focusing on the potential geopolitical concessions regarding Taiwan the president might make in pursuit of an agreement.
The U.S. president is visiting China for a high-stakes summit amidst domestic economic pressures. Observers are watching closely to see if traditional U.S. alliances, such as support for Taiwan, might be leveraged in economic negotiations.
“zeal to cut deals”
“Institutionally sceptical and analytical”
Senate confirms Warsh as Fed chair
But Trump’s hoped-for rate cuts seen as unlikely with inflation on march
Focuses on the tension between the administration's desire for rate cuts and the new chair's likely hawkish stance on inflation.
Report: Beijing buoyed by war
Gains edge in key areas of rivalry; alarm within Pentagon about geopolitical costs
Highlights U.S. intelligence concerns that global conflicts are advancing China's strategic and diplomatic interests.
Price shocks from Iran war have reached grocery shelves
Costs are up especially for some key staples such as fresh produce and beef
Connects overseas conflict directly to domestic consumer inflation, supported by a prominent data visualization.
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