Trade Tensions and Nationalism

This chapter examines the escalating economic tensions between the United States and China, focusing on the implications of tariffs and trade confrontations on globalization. It discusses the strategic responses from China and the criticism of the Biden administration's tariff policies, which may inadvertently empower China's domestic industries. Additionally, the chapter highlights the potential rise of nationalism in China as a response to these pressures, emphasizing the broader geopolitical risks involved.