Trump's 'G2' revival sparks anxiety in Washington and Asia

President's words hint at coexisting spheres of influence with China

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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)

KEN MORIYASU

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.

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