Strained Ties and Environmental Challenges

This chapter explores the tumultuous relationship between Mexico and the United States during Trump's presidency, stressing the fragility of trade agreements amidst tariff threats. It also shifts focus to environmental issues in China, highlighting efforts to combat desertification and the complexities of large-scale afforestation projects like the Great Green Wall. The narrative underscores the intricate balance between ambitious ecological initiatives and the realities of their ecological impacts and sustainability.