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Key FactsChina’s Calculated Defense in the Trade Conflict
Oct 18, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: foreignaffairs.com
- Tariffs have surged to 145% on Chinese goods entering the US, threatening the $700 billion annual bilateral trade volume.
- Misjudgments on both sides underestimated the economic resilience and retaliatory resolve, resulting in a prolonged stalemate.
- China pursues self-reliance, technological advancement, and expanded regional ties to mitigate sanctions and diversify markets.
- A durable resolution hinges on a balanced tariff framework that aligns political compromise with economic priorities of both nations.
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