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Xi mentions "Thucydides trap" theory during Trump summit in China

During remarks in a private meeting, according to reports, Chinese President Xi Jinping mentioned an obscure political theory that may suggest how China wants the U.S. to act. CBS News analyst Aaron MacLaean has more.

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Xi mentions "Thucydides trap" theory during Trump summit in ChinaDuring remarks in a private meeting, according to reports, Chinese President Xi Jinping mentioned an obscure political theory that may suggest how China wants the U.S. to act. CBS News analyst Aaron MacLaean has more.
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