Middle Powers Urged to Build Cooperation Hubs Instead of Awaiting Trump-Xi-Putin Summit

Discussions regarding a potential summit involving the leaders of the United States, China, and Russia at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) gathering in Shenzhen this November have rekindled parallels with the 1945 Yalta conference. The idea of a Trump-Xi-Putin meeting initially emerged during Donald Trump's first term and resurfaced last year, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of World War II. While the article suggests that a modern-day Yalta is unlikely, it highlights that the rationale for such a meeting is becoming more apparent, as trade, technology, finance, infrastructure, and development increasingly hinge on power dynamics. It emphasizes that middle powers should not wait for major powers to redefine global order but should instead enhance collaboration among various cooperative centers.