What do US-Asia summits reveal about American imperialism?

Podcast: History Behind the Headlines · History Extra

Opublikowano: 2026-09-23

US President Donald Trump has hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a summit in Washington this week, with topics including AI and international trade up for discussion. But how have such meetings reflected the way in which the United States has thought about Asia? And in what ways do imperial ambitions play into this story? Regular panellists Rana Mitter and Hannah Skoda explore the longer history. Plus, closer to home: what hidden histories might lurk in a hedgerow near you? ------ If you have any questions that you'd like Rana and Hannah to...