The timing and strategic significance of these tariffs are critical. To address U.S.-China relations effectively, the U.S. needs to shift from a reactive to a proactive approach, leveraging its strengths creatively.

During a recent Beijing visit, Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned China about supplying critical components to Russia for weapons production, saying that if China doesn’t stop, the U.S. will act. This message underscores the U.S. challenges in addressing China’s provocations, as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) often avoids significant retaliation by calibrating its actions.

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