Trump's G2 Term Highlights Shifting US-China Global Influence Dynamics

President Donald Trump's recent use of the term "G2" to describe his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, signaling recognition of China as an equal global power and a partner in shared global leadership. This term, which had been discarded by previous U.S. administrations, implies a power equilibrium between the U.S. and China, a concept long favored by Beijing but viewed with concern by U.S. allies. Analysts note this reflects the transition from a unipolar world dominated by the U.S. to a multipolar world order with competing spheres of influence, as the U.S. steps back from its traditional role as global insurer. Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted this era of instability and fragmentation, emphasizing the need for renewed multilateralism, though the current U.S. stance under Trump seems to favor dual power rather than shared governance. Additionally, China's diplomatic relations continue to evolve, exemplified by its tribute to Kim Yong Nam, a key figure in China-North Korea ties, underscoring Beijing's ongoing influence in regional diplomacy.