Opinion | Can a ‘community with a shared future’ prevail over zero-sum rivalry?

The upcoming summit between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump highlights fundamentally opposing visions for global governance. While China promotes a collaborative 'community with a shared future' model emphasizing multilateral cooperation, the U.S. perspective leans toward competitive great-power dynamics. This ideological chasm reflects deepening strategic tensions over trade, technology, and geopolitical influence. Understanding these competing frameworks is crucial for assessing future U.S.-China relations and global stability in an increasingly multipolar world.