Trump-Xi summit reshapes Asia: 'G2' dynamics ripple through regional alignments

The Trump-Xi summit is being framed by Chinese state media as a reset in major-power relations, with the 'G2' effect prompting Asian nations to recalibrate their diplomatic and economic strategies. The summit's outcomes, while celebrated in Beijing, remain ambiguous in specifics, leaving regional actors to hedge between the US and China. This development signals a potential shift in regional alignment dynamics, with implications for trade, security, and multilateral institutions.