Xi Jinping Invokes 'Thucydides Trap' in Talks with Trump Amid US-China Tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping referenced the 'Thucydides Trap' during a summit in Beijing with U. S. President Donald Trump, sparking discussions about the dynamics between a rising China and the established United States. According to ABC News, Xi used the concept to highlight potential conflicts between emerging and dominant powers. President Trump responded by attributing any perceived decline of the U. S.
to the policies of previous administrations. The Guardian reported that Xi Jinping urged both nations to avoid falling into the 'Thucydides Trap,' a situation where a rising power causes fear in an established power leading to conflict. The meeting underscored the ongoing tensions surrounding U. S. -China relations, including sensitive issues such as Taiwan, which were also addressed during the discussions in Beijing.
