https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/as-china-pushes-to-expand-in-asia-trump-focuses-on-iranContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/as-china-pushes-to-expand-in-asia-trump-focuses-on-iranhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/as-china-pushes-to-expand-in-asia-trump-focuses-on-iran#u44388Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:45:26 +0000China is increasing its influence in Asia while the US, under Trump, is focused on tensions with Iran. This shift in focus has raised concerns among US allies in Asia about Washington's ability to deter China. China's expanding presence in the region includes building island fortresses in potential flashpoints.Why it mattersThe dynamic between China's expanding influence in Asia and the US focus on Iran is being closely watched by regional allies. The concern is that the US preoccupation with Iran could embolden China to take more assertive actions in the region. This situation