China's Economic Shift and Global Dynamics

This chapter analyzes the challenges facing China's economy in the post-pandemic era, particularly the impact of political crackdowns and changing public trust in the government. It examines how U.S. trade policies and tariffs have influenced Chinese entrepreneurial behavior while exploring the shifting landscape of global relationships influenced by these economic factors. The discussion raises concerns about the transactional nature of international relations and its potential consequences for global stability and American hegemony.