The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | April 12th, 2025: Can China Survive A Tariff War? & Russia Launches Spring Offensive
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Apr 12, 2025 
In this discussion, Gordon Chang, an expert on Chinese politics and economics, sheds light on the economic strain China faces from rising U.S. tariffs and Xi Jinping's tough negotiating position. He reveals how these tensions might lead to greater isolation for China. Meanwhile, George Barros, who tracks military strategies at the Institute for the Study of War, dives into the renewed offensives in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, analyzing Putin's motivations and the demographic pressures influencing Russia's military recruitment efforts.
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China's Economic Vulnerability
- China's economy is heavily reliant on exports.
- Increased tariffs on Chinese goods could severely impact their economy.
Trade War Dynamics
- Trump's tariffs challenge China's trade practices.
- China is in a vulnerable position due to its trade surplus with the US.
China's Interpretation of Tariff Pause
- China interprets the 90-day tariff pause as a reaction to market pressures.
- They also see a risk of other countries striking deals with the US, leaving China isolated.
