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Posted on 07/20/2025 7:01:27 PM PDT by libh8er
China is positioning itself to host a summit with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, with the aim of aligning their meeting with the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, as was reported on July 18.
As China prepares to commemorate this historical milestone with a grand parade in Tiananmen Square, there are mounting suggestions that this event could serve as a backdrop for a pivotal summit involving the leaders of the US, China, and Russia, The Times writes.
The anniversary, which marks the end of the war and China's victory over Japan, has provided President Xi Jinping an opportunity to recalibrate his relationship with both Trump and Putin. This shift comes after escalating tensions with the US, over trade and geopolitical issues. However, recent trade deals between Washington and Beijing have reversed Trump’s previous hostile stance towards China, setting the stage for a potential summit in September.
Xi's desire to host both Trump and Putin together stems from China’s unique historical position during the Second World War. As both the US and China were adversaries of Japan, Xi sees this as an opportunity to reinforce historical ties while also positioning China as a unifying force between two of the world’s most powerful leaders, The Times reports.
“Why not align Trump’s visit with the September 3 parade?” suggested Jin Canrong, a prominent Chinese commentator.
“From 1941 to 1945, China and the US were allies against Japanese militarism. If President Trump visits China and attends the parade on September 3, it would send a strong, positive signal to the world. The image of the Chinese, Russian, and American leaders standing together could be a powerful message of peace and stability,” commentator suggested.
This idea has been met with some public backing in China, as many believe that such a summit would not only honor the country’s past but also pave the way for renewed diplomatic relations between the major global powers.
Trump, having been in office during a time of strained relations between the US and both Russia and China, has expressed his disillusionment with Putin's actions in Ukraine. However, he remains hopeful that his strong personal relationships with both Xi and Putin could bring about a resolution to ongoing tensions.
Despite setbacks, including Russia's continued aggression, Trump's administration has shifted its policy toward a more favorable stance on trade with China, including easing tariffs and engaging in mutually beneficial economic agreements.
The planned commemoration in Beijing comes at a politically charged moment for Xi, as China faces economic difficulties and rising political dissent at home. The war anniversary could serve as both a nationalistic rallying point and a way to distract from these domestic challenges.
Additionally, it allows Xi to reaffirm solidarity with Russia, a country that also faced significant losses during their war of aggression against Ukraine..
Wen-Ti Sung, a Taiwan-based analyst, commented, “The anniversary commemoration has become more important because it generates nationalist pride that can temporarily sweep various domestic dissent under the rug”.
“It would serve Xi well, but I think the chances of Trump accepting the invitation are slim,” analyst concluded.
Earlier, it was reported that Andrii Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, has urged Chinese leader Xi Jinping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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President Trump...Please stay home for a while. We have plenty of good reps...Vance, Rubio, Witkoff...
Oceania, Eurasia and Eastasia, together again for the first time.
We fought to prevent Imperial Japanese hegemony over the Orient. We will fight to prevent Chinese hegemony over the Orient.
Russia and the US fought Germany. And China and the US fought Japan... yep - there's basis for all of us being 'family'. Praying for peace. Good move on Xi's and Trump's part...
Exactly, the last thing we need is for Donald to risk another attempt on his life.
Trump should send Bondi.
Since she couldn’t find the Epstein file, maybe she won’t find her way back to the USA either.
Win-win.
I just want President Trump to stay near us....and golf more.
Xi and China is not our friend. Never has been and never will be.
Trump can ask Xi to his face “So, this is where you murdered thousands of students and other citizens who only wanted freedom?”
Russia and Nazi Germany were carving up Europe until Hitler turned on Stalin, then the evil empire was still fighting for empire but also for its life from Germany, America and Russia were not friends, they were just fighting the same enemy for a while, and Russia kept what it conquered, it actually gained far more countries than it originally intended to in the 1930s.
The minute Germany was defeated then the Russia facade was dropped, in China we were fighting alongside what now resides in Taiwan, we and Chiang Kai-shek lost out to what is now known as China.
The 50 day deadline happens on…you guessed it: 02 Sep 25.
So, Putin is going to be sitting in a summit while Ukrainians launch all of the long range crap Trump is sending them now.
That’s a cool idea.
He might be safer in China than he is here.
China’s victory over Japan,
I don’t remember it that way,but I was only 7
Trump do not go to China!!! Very bad idea to go bow before Xi the clown. Xi gains great prestige and face by you visiting him and Putin.
This elevates XI domestically.
Please don’t go President Trump, stay home. The whole world is against us ,and after you.
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