Rising Tensions Between Washington and Beijing Over Iran, AI, and Trade

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are set to meet for the third time since Trump returned to office, amid rising tensions over sensitive issues such as policies regarding the murderous regime ruling Iran, competition in artificial intelligence, and trade tariffs. According to the Times of Israel, Washington is seeking to balance trade relations and maintain its technological dominance during this round of talks. Conversely, Beijing is striving to solidify its position in the global order. Despite these deep-seated differences, both sides continue to emphasize the necessity of maintaining stability in their bilateral relationship. The meeting takes place as US policy toward Iran and China's role in supporting it remain central pillars of the diplomatic challenges between the two major powers.