China’s Xi Steps Into Diplomatic Gap Vacated by Trump

“Xi Jinping will be clocking up air miles this week, zipping from Beijing to Bishkek to Cairo and back,” Bloomberg reports.

“It’s part of a diplomatic push designed to increase the Chinese leader’s influence just as that of President Donald Trump slides, with his ‘America First’ approach riling much of the globe.”

“On display will be an array of diplomatic approaches that help Xi boost his international standing, including his emphasis on the personal touch.”