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Did Trump's charm offensive work in the Philippines?

  • Written by Jessica Trisko Darden, Assistant Professor of International Affairs, American University School of International Service

President Donald J. Trump is wrapping up a whirlwind tour of Asia, visiting five countries in 12 days. The trip revealed much about Trump’s style of diplomacy – one that focuses more on his personal relationships with world leaders than diplomatic relations between countries.

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