Whether Trump or Biden Wins, China Loses
In 2008, the future looked bright for China. The traditionally reclusive country successfully hosted the Olympic Games in Beijing, following decades of unprecedented economic growth. That year seemed to mark the turning of a page. The start of a new chapter for one of the world’s premier up-and-coming powerhouses. And, some said, the beginning of […]
How Trump Uses China’s Ancient ‘Art of War’ Strategies Against It
In 2018, artist Kanye West shocked the world when he tweeted that he and US President Donald Trump were “brothers” who both had “dragon energy”. It seemed like a strange choice of words to use, but as time goes on it appears Mr. West’s intuition might have been better than what he was given credit […]
China Softens Approach: US Soybeans and Pork Now Exempt from Tariffs
President Trump temporarily halted additional tariffs on China this week, and now China is seemingly returning the favor by lifting punitive tariffs on US soybeans and pork. Xinhua News Agency reported the Middle Kingdom would not only suspend tariffs on soybeans and pork, but on an additional 16 categories of American products as well. The […]
Trump Orders Temporary Ceasefire in China Trade War
In an act of “good will”, President Donald Trump says he will give China a brief reprieve from scheduled tariffs. The tariffs were set to increase from 25% to 30% on October 1, but have been delayed until October 15. Trump said the short but sweet gesture was made in part due to a request […]