How Trump's 2025 chaos helped Xi tighten China's grip

Trump's turbulent 2025 policies weakened US alliances and disrupted stability, while Xi Jinping capitalised by strengthening China's control over supply chains, research, and industry. America's slip in global leadership gave Beijing leverage in diplomacy and trade. Analysts say the imbalance shows how US turmoil is directly fuelling China's rise in the ongoing power struggle.