Navigating Trade Complexities: Insights from the Trump Era

This chapter examines the multifaceted trade strategies of the Trump administration, referencing insights from a former Greek finance minister. It highlights the administration's ambiguous objectives, the interplay of tariffs, dollar dynamics, and the historical context surrounding U.S. economic policies, including the Nixon shock. Through this lens, the chapter critiques the consequences on American workers and the need for a recalibrated approach to manufacturing and global trade.