China's stalling tactics in response to Trump's policies

China's stalling tactics in response to the policies implemented by former President Trump reflect a strategic maneuvering aimed at mitigating the impacts of economic sanctions and tariffs. As the U.S. engaged in an aggressive tariff regime, with rates on Chinese goods rising significantly, China adopted a dual approach of delaying negotiations while simultaneously increasing its own tariffs . This tactic not only allowed China to buy time but also aimed to showcase resilience against U.S. pressure, reinforcing its domestic narrative of strength amidst adversity.

Beijing has adopted since President Trump ramped up tariffs on Chinese goods in April in a bid to get China to import more American goods and export fewer of its own. Rather than yield, China has leaned on a trump card, its control of critical minerals — which the United States depends on — while steering the focus to protracted talks instead of concrete results.

Meetings like the ones that just concluded in London and that took place last month in Geneva, analysts say, keep the United States mired in negotiations over vague procedural steps — such as, in London, setting a “framework” for future talks. That allows China to avoid addressing the thornier disputes such as Washington’s accusations that China subsidizes industries unfairly, dumps goods overseas, and limits foreign companies’ ability to do business in China.

United States in economic dialogues that often lead nowhere. Such engagement, critics say, allows Beijing to deflect pressure from the United States while continuing to build up its economy and manufacturing prowess as it sees fit.

China publicly retaliated by increasing tariffs on U.S. imports, escalating trade tensions. By employing delaying tactics, China aimed to preserve its trade standing while anticipating changes in U.S. policy. These strategies illustrate the intricate U.S.-China relationship and the potential for economic disputes to become protracted deadlocks.The EU, caught in the crossfire, grappled with the challenge of maintaining neutrality while safeguarding its economic interests.

This complex scenario highlighted the limitations of relying solely on bilateral agreements and the need for multilateral frameworks to address global trade imbalances. As nations navigated these turbulent waters, the specter of protectionism loomed large, threatening to unravel decades of economic integration and cooperation. The situation demanded careful diplomacy and a willingness to find common ground, lest the world be plunged into a new era of trade wars and economic uncertainty.

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Sara H

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