Event Brief
Xi Jinping cites “Thucydides trap” in Trump summit
Filed: May 14, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Summary: Xi Jinping mentioned the “Thucydides trap” theory during a private meeting with Trump in China, reports said.
WHO: Xi Jinping
WHAT: Xi Jinping referenced the “Thucydides trap” theory during remarks in a private meeting with Trump
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 12:10 PM ET
WHERE: China
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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