Trump pressures Latin America on China and visits Beijing amid Iran tensions

Donald Trump is taking steps to pressure leaders in Latin America to reduce their ties with China. He is also planning a visit to Beijing to meet with Xi Jinping, though reports suggest the trip is not expected to produce a major breakthrough and is focused on maintaining stability.

Some political figures, like Germany's Friedrich Merz, have urged Trump to increase pressure on Vladimir Putin. Meanwhile, Democrats have criticized Trump's overall approach to China, arguing it risks a 'strategic failure.' The situation with Iran is a backdrop, with some analysis suggesting an attack on Iran could strengthen Trump's position in talks with Xi.