Day: June 25, 2026

Donald Trump’s strategy in Asia is shifting. With Beijing’s military and economic might now approaching that of the United States, official strategy documents call for the US to seek a ‘balance of power’ with Beijing — to prevent it from achieving regional hegemony. Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping had friendly vibes, with both leaders calling for ‘constructive strategic stability.’ Why is this happening? And what does this mean for US friends in Asia? Comments by Trump have raised fears that he might abandon Taiwan for trade deals with China. And allies along the First Island Chain such as Japan, South Korea and the Philippines are asking whether the US is still committed to their defense. In this special analysis, DW’s Richard Walker dives into Trump’s statements, his official strategy and the consequences for the future of Asia, with input from politicians and experts from Australia, China, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and the US.

Chapters:
0:00 Smiles in Beijing
1:07 Taiwan at risk
2:21 “China as a peer”
3:34 Hegseth’s transformation
4:29 First Island Chain
4:57 “Deterrence by denial”
5:54 Elbridge Colby & Taiwan
6:44 Ending US supremacy
7:23 Rare earths
8:06 Trump vs Lai Ching-te
9:12 Taiwan reacts
10:21 Breaking the chain?
12:00 Japan center stage
13:24 Webs of cooperation
15:07 Philippines under stress
15:49 “Get out of our territory”
16:53 South Korea “model ally”
17:52 Nuclear threat
19:04 A matter of trust
20:07 Taiwan arms deals
22:35 The Six Assurances
24:26 Tactics or strategy?

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