Trump’s ‘G2’ revival sparks anxiety in Washington and Asia

Indo-Pacific

President’s words hint at coexisting spheres of influence with China

U.S. President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping at Gimhae International Airport before a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Busan, South Korea, on Oct. 30. (White House)

KEN MORIYASU

November 5, 2025 02:39 JST

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump’s casual use of the term “G2” to describe his country’s relationship with China has triggered a sharp response in Washington and in Asian capitals.