But along with Trump’s trade sequel, we now have a spin-off to consider: his “Indo-Pacific” dream. That will come into greater focus as Trump’s Indo-Pacific dream veers toward nightmare territory. Which Asian leader, in their right mind, would expect the Trump White House to negotiate a bilateral deal in good faith? In Beijing, Trump pulled a “Michael Kinsley gaffe”, which is when a politician tells the truth—some obvious truth he isn’t supposed to say. Trump’s Asia trip betrayed the mid-1980s vibe that informs this White House’s worldview.

Source: Mint November 16, 2017 17:48 UTC