President Trump has offered a nuanced assessment of the recent trade truce with China, cautioning that while the two nations have reached an agreement to ease tensions, their relationship remains highly competitive. In an interview, Mr. Trump acknowledged that China is "always watching us," citing instances where Chinese intelligence agencies have infiltrated parts of the US power grid and water systems.
China has also been accused of stealing American intellectual property and personal information. Mr. Trump downplayed this issue, suggesting that the two nations engage in espionage and cyber warfare, but asserting that "we're a threat to them too." The President emphasized that the US and China are in a competitive environment, particularly when it comes to trade and security.
In another development, Mr. Trump revealed that he had instructed the Department of War to start testing nuclear weapons on an equal basis with other countries. However, Vice Admiral Richard Correll, who was nominated by Mr. Trump to lead US Strategic Command, recently testified before Congress that neither Russia nor China is conducting nuclear explosive tests.
The recent trade deal between the two nations includes China's agreement to sell the US valuable rare earth minerals and start buying American agricultural products again. The President highlighted the significance of these deals, stating that the Chinese possess unique access to rare earth resources due to their long-term management of these materials. Mr. Trump also noted that other countries, such as Boeing, rely on these materials for critical components.
Interestingly, Taiwan was not a topic of discussion during Mr. Trump's meeting with China's President Xi Jinping. The US has expressed concerns over China's military encroachment on Taiwanese sea lanes and airspace. When asked whether he would order US forces to defend Taiwan if Xi moved militarily, Mr. Trump declined to comment further.
Overall, the President's comments suggest a cautious approach to the complex and competitive relationship with China. While tensions have eased in recent days, it remains to be seen how long this truce will last and what future developments might shape the trajectory of US-China relations.
China has also been accused of stealing American intellectual property and personal information. Mr. Trump downplayed this issue, suggesting that the two nations engage in espionage and cyber warfare, but asserting that "we're a threat to them too." The President emphasized that the US and China are in a competitive environment, particularly when it comes to trade and security.
In another development, Mr. Trump revealed that he had instructed the Department of War to start testing nuclear weapons on an equal basis with other countries. However, Vice Admiral Richard Correll, who was nominated by Mr. Trump to lead US Strategic Command, recently testified before Congress that neither Russia nor China is conducting nuclear explosive tests.
The recent trade deal between the two nations includes China's agreement to sell the US valuable rare earth minerals and start buying American agricultural products again. The President highlighted the significance of these deals, stating that the Chinese possess unique access to rare earth resources due to their long-term management of these materials. Mr. Trump also noted that other countries, such as Boeing, rely on these materials for critical components.
Interestingly, Taiwan was not a topic of discussion during Mr. Trump's meeting with China's President Xi Jinping. The US has expressed concerns over China's military encroachment on Taiwanese sea lanes and airspace. When asked whether he would order US forces to defend Taiwan if Xi moved militarily, Mr. Trump declined to comment further.
Overall, the President's comments suggest a cautious approach to the complex and competitive relationship with China. While tensions have eased in recent days, it remains to be seen how long this truce will last and what future developments might shape the trajectory of US-China relations.
? Always watching us, huh? I'm pretty sure our water systems aren't exactly top secret... but hey, maybe those Chinese intel agencies are trying to keep up with the Joneses 
. And good luck with that whole rare earth minerals thing, China's been holding onto those for a hot second already 
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. I guess Correll was just trying to tone down the President's enthusiasm there 
. And Taiwan? Forget about it. Not even a whisper... I wonder what Trump would say if we went full-on nuclear on China 
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. Guess that's why China's all up in arms about it 
. Still, this whole thing feels like a game of cat and mouse... when will we find out who's really calling the shots here? 
. And what’s up with no mention of Taiwan during the meeting with Xi Jinping? Was it just an oversight or is China really just chillin’ on that front for now? 
I'm not surprised by Trump's words about China being "always watching" us. It sounds like he's trying to downplay the risks associated with our relationship with them, but at the same time, it highlights how much we're relying on Chinese companies for rare earth minerals 
. On a positive note, the trade deal is a win-win for both countries - who doesn't love buying American ag products? 
It's also good to see some progress being made on intellectual property theft 
. But let's be real, Trump's nuclear testing comments are still super concerning... what if this sets off a global arms race? 
. But hey, at least there are some benefits to the trade deal, like selling us ag products again 
. Still, its hard not to wonder what china is really after here...
with China. Like, he's making some solid points about espionage & cyber warfare, but then he just glosses over the fact that China has been straight-up stealing our IP and personal info 
. And now he's saying we're a threat to them too? Give me a break 
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. We can't let him hide behind vagueness forever 
I mean, if they're really "always watching", shouldn't we be worried? But at the same time, isn't it true that China's been stealing our IP and stuff? 
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It just seems like a one-way street. And what's with all this espionage and cyber warfare stuff? Can't we just trust each other for once? 
considering they just signed that trade deal where china agrees to share those rare earth minerals with us... it's all about balance right? 
but the thing is, what's going on with taiwan? why wasn't that brought up during the meeting between trump and xi Jinping? 
it makes me wonder if this whole trade deal is gonna last or just be another cycle of back and forth. 
does anyone know what the real motive behind those rare earth minerals is tho? 
mr trump wants to show off usa's military might but vise admiral correll said china and russia ain't doin nothin' 
, we spent like 3 days just chillin' by the lake, playing some sick tunes on our guitars 
and totally forgot about politics for a bit 
. I mean, Trump's talking a lot of trash about China, but have you guys seen those YouTube videos of drones doing tricks? 
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The fact that they're even trying to steal our IP is actually kinda flattering? I mean, we're a leader in innovation and stuff. Those rare earth minerals are huge btw. This trade deal better be good for the US farmers, or Mr Trump's gonna get roasted 
? I mean, can't we just be friends? 
And what's up with the nuclear testing thing? It sounds like something out of a Cold War movie 
. Can someone explain it in simple terms for me, please? 
You can't trust that everyone's playing fair. This whole spy thing is wild, I mean I've got some concerns about my online security too, but at least I don't think I'm being watched by the government all the time... 
anyhoo i guess the rare earth minerals deal is a good start, we do need those minerals for our tech 