Tariffs and distrust: Why Xi Jinping may skip Trump’s inauguration

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is unlikely to attend the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump on January 20 despite an initial invitation from Trump’s team shortly after the Election Day. This decision comes as the relationship between the US and China remains tense and the symbolic significance of such an event complicates diplomatic relations. While Trump’s invitation initially raised expectations that it could serve as a diplomatic gesture aimed at easing tensions, the chances of Xi attending seem slim. Advertisement Unprecedented invitation amid diplomatic strain President-elect Trump’s team invited Chinese President Xi to attend the inauguration, but the Chinese government has...