Trump inauguration/ Xi Jinping invitation/ US-China tariffs/ trade tensions/ Donald Trump diplomacy/ WEST PALM BEACH/ Fla./ Newslooks/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President-elect Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his January inauguration, signaling an openness to dialogue despite threatening hefty tariffs on Chinese goods. Trump’s plans to impose tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico aim to address illegal immigration and drug flows, sparking concerns among foreign leaders, including Xi and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Key Points About Trump’s Inauguration Invitation to Xi
- Invitation Confirmed: Trump invited Xi to his inauguration; attendance remains uncertain.
- Diplomatic Gesture: Trump aims to keep open lines of communication with allies and adversaries alike.
- Tariff Threats: Trump has vowed tariffs of 25% or higher on China, Canada, and Mexico starting on his first day in office.
- Xi’s Warning: Xi urged the U.S. to avoid a trade war during a recent meeting with President Biden.
- Trudeau’s Reaction: Canada’s PM criticized the tariffs, warning they could harm the U.S. economy.
Trump Invites China’s Xi to Inauguration Despite Trade War Tensions
Deep Look
Trump’s Invitation to Xi Jinping
President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to invite Chinese President Xi Jinping to his January inauguration reflects a blend of diplomacy and bold political strategy. Trump’s press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed the invitation, highlighting Trump’s willingness to engage with global competitors as well as allies.
“This is an example of President Trump creating an open dialogue with leaders… He is willing to talk to anyone and he will always put America’s interest first,” Leavitt said.
Tariffs and Trade Tensions
Trump’s invitation comes as he reiterates plans to impose sweeping tariffs aimed at pressuring China, Canada, and Mexico to address issues like illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
- China: Trump has proposed tariffs exceeding 25% on Chinese goods, targeting Beijing’s role in supplying precursor chemicals for fentanyl production.
- Canada and Mexico: A 25% tariff on all imports is intended to curtail illegal immigration and drug flows.
Xi Jinping, during a recent meeting with President Biden in Beijing, urged the U.S. to avoid a trade war, cautioning against policies that could escalate tensions.
“Make the wise choice,” Xi said. “Keep exploring the right way for two major countries to get along well with each other.”
Global Reactions
Foreign leaders have voiced concerns about Trump’s tariff plans:
- Canada: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau warned that tariffs would drive up costs for American consumers and pledged retaliation if Trump proceeds.“Americans are waking up to the reality that tariffs on Canada would make life a lot more expensive,” Trudeau said.
- Mexico: Officials have yet to comment directly but are likely to push back against Trump’s broad tariffs targeting their economy.
Trump dismissed Trudeau’s criticism with a jab, referring to Canada as a “state” and Trudeau as “the governor.”
Trump’s Inauguration Approach
“Some people said, ‘Wow, that’s a little risky, isn’t it?’ And I said, ‘Maybe it is. We’ll see.’”
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