Despite President Trump's claims of success, his Asia tour has done little to reassure US partners in the region.
President Trump has declared his five-day Asia tour a win for Washington, citing affirmed alliances, significant deals, and reset trade relationships.
He rated his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as '12 out of 10', after conceding a truce in the US-China trade war.
However, from the perspective of US allies and partners, Trump's visit has not alleviated concerns about Washington's foreign policy, which prioritizes short-term US interests over long-term regional stability.
The 'America First' approach has raised questions about US reliability and leadership in the region.
Author's summary: Trump's Asia tour raises concerns about US leadership.