WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Donald Trump's casual use of the term "G2" to describe his country's relationship with China has triggered a sharp response in Washington and in Asian capitals.
President's words hint at coexisting spheres of influence with China

U.S. President Donald Trump, left, shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping at Gimhae International Airport before a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in Busan, South Korea, on Oct. 30. (White House)
WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Donald Trump's casual use of the term "G2" to describe his country's relationship with China has triggered a sharp response in Washington and in Asian capitals.