Trump's antagonism risks pushing U.S. allies closer to China

If foreign leaders have learned anything about Donald Trump’s presidency, it may be that they’re better off as America’s foe than its friend.

Topics

Trump slaps tariffs on Canada, Mexico, China, risking higher prices for U.S. consumers

President Donald Trump signed an executive order issuing tariffs on goods coming into the U.S. from Canada, Mexico and China, raising the risk of a trade war with America’s closest trading partners ...
NBC News - 23h
U.S. allies balk as Trump suggests relocating Palestinians from Gaza

Jordan voiced its "firm and unwavering" rejection of President Trump's suggestion that most Palestinians in Gaza could be relocated to neighboring nations.
CBS News - 6d
Honduras Says Trump’s Deportation Plan Could Push It Closer to China

Many Latin American countries are trying to distance themselves from Beijing. But in response to President Trump’s sweeping deportation plans, Honduras is doing the opposite.
The New York Times - Jan. 24
Europe Pushes for Sweeping Regulatory Reform to Compete With U.S., China

The move comes as the head of the European Central Bank suggested that Americans disaffected with the Trump administration should come to Europe.
The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 24
China and US partners are moving closer as Trump returns to the White House

China's relations are starting to improve with Japan, India and other countries that former U.S. President Joe Biden courted, just as Donald Trump brings his more unilateralist approach back to the ...
ABC News - Jan. 22
Is TikTok pushing Taiwan’s young people closer to China?

A growing number of researchers fear that the controversial app is promoting pro-China content and softening attitudes towards the People’s Republic
Financial Times - Jan. 17
In Pursuing Canal, Trump Could Push Panama Closer to China

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s threat to take back the Panama Canal may be posturing, but it could dampen the Panamanian government’s wish to broaden relations with the United States, analysts say.
The New York Times - Jan. 15
What an Upended Mideast Means for Trump and U.S. Gulf Allies

While major ruptures are not expected, Gulf states are urging a tougher stance on Israel and a softening toward Iran, positions that differ greatly from the president-elect’s first term.
The New York Times - Jan. 13

More from NBC News

Canada, Mexico and China take action over Trump's tariffs

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that his country would respond to President Donald Trump's decision to enact a 25% tariff on Canadian exports to the U.S. by implementing a 25% ...
NBC News - 22h
Secretary Rubio in Panama as conflict swirls over control of the canal

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has made his first overseas trip as America's top diplomat to Panama. He was met with a storm of controversy over President Trump's threat to take control of the ...
NBC News - 3h
Sen. Mark Kelly: GOP senators ‘left with more questions’ than answers after Tulsi Gabbard hearing

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Senate Intelligence Democrat Mark Kelly (Ariz.) shares his concerns over Tulsi Gabbard’s bid to be director of national intelligence after she refused ...
NBC News - 12h
‘50-50 she gets through’: Trump allies fear Tulsi Gabbard’s nomination in jeopardy

Trump allies in the White House and Capitol Hill are concerned that Tulsi Gabbard’s bid for director of national intelligence is in trouble after her confirmation hearing on Thursday. Kristen ...
NBC News - 13h
Tulsi Gabbard faces growing concern about nomination following confirmation hearing

Meet the Press moderator Kristen Welker joins Sunday TODAY’s Willie Geist with new reports of growing concern that Tulsi Gabbard’s confirmation for her nomination for director of national ...
NBC News - 14h