Trump’s Delay of Xi Summit Buys China Time to Game Out Iran War

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• ⬤ US President Donald Trump delays China summit, a welcome reprieve for Beijing, adding uncertainty to US-China relations.
• ⬤ The delay may give China time to assess the risks of engaging in a war with Iran.
• ⬤ The move is seen as a strategic misstep by some, potentially weakening Trump's bargaining position in trade talks and other areas of competition.