S8 Ep890: Gordon Chang and Charles Burton describe the Trump-Xi summit as political theater where China projected strength despite economic weaknesses. Concerns exist that support for Taiwan may become a transactional bargaining chip in future trade deals. (7/16)
S8 Ep890: Gordon Chang and Charles Burton describe the Trump-Xi summit as political theater where China projected strength despite economic weaknesses. Concerns exist that support for Taiwan may become a transactional bargaining chip in future trade deals. (7/16)  
Podcast: The John Batchelor Show
Published On: Tue May 19 2026
Description: Gordon Chang and Charles Burton describe the Trump-Xi summit as political theater where China projected strength despite economic weaknesses. Concerns exist that support for Taiwan may become a transactional bargaining chip in future trade deals. (7/16)1960 SUKARNO IN HAVANA