Tariffs and Tensions: What America’s “Reciprocal” Measures Mean for China
China is adapting, shifting its focus from volume to value, from the United States to the Asia region, and from trade dependence to domestic innovation.
China is adapting, shifting its focus from volume to value, from the United States to the Asia region, and from trade dependence to domestic innovation.
America’s protectionist policies reflect a global economic reordering that is already underway.
A reminder that in the contest to shape the 21st century, it is the builders—not the breakers—who will define the future.
Modernization should reflect the unique identities and needs of each country, rather than being defined by external expectations or imposed standards.
Chinese solar power roof tiles assist Kenya in its 2030 renewable energy goal.
Washington’s disruptive trade wars present both opportunities and challenges to China and Africa.
American Sinophobia isn’t just about China — it’s a deep-rooted addiction to scapegoating foreigners and America’s own minorities for its domestic problems. Until policymakers earnestly confront domestic challenges, U.S. foreign policy will continue to rely on scapegoating external ‘adversaries.’
It is hoped that the two close neighbours should avoid geopolitical traps and come together to build a community with a shared future for mankind.
Tariffs are not a sign of strength but a symptom of decline–one that inflation and devaluation will ruthlessly expose. The future belongs to cooperation, not coercion.
The ultimate irony of Trump’s tariff strategy may be that it’s achieving the opposite of its intended effect.
Faced with the certainty of the end of the dream of a world to call ‘its own,’ the U.S. wants to take revenge on everyone in order to leave as many ruins as possible in the world for the new power in multilateralism—China.
The only way our world can be managed more effectively is through understanding that freedom comes with responsibility and that a success for one is a success for all.