Donald Trump touts US ‘golden age’, avoids direct mention of China ahead of Beijing visit

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Dewey Sim,Zhao ZiwenFebruary 25, 2026 at 10:12 AM

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In his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump focused on touting U.S. economic strength and global leadership. Speaking on Tuesday night, he aimed to rally voters ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The nearly two-hour speech largely centered on domestic issues and the administration's accomplishments over the past year, claiming a significant turnaround from a nation in crisis. Notably, Trump avoided directly mentioning China during the address. Analysts suggest this omission may be a deliberate attempt to prevent increased tension with Beijing before his planned visit. The administration faces challenges including low approval ratings and voter dissatisfaction over rising living costs.

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