Title: Navigating the Storm: Understanding US-China Tensions in a Shifting Global Landscape
The relationship between the United States and China, two of the world’s most powerful nations, has become increasingly strained over the past decade. From trade disputes to technological rivalry, military posturing, and ideological differences, tensions have mounted—reshaping global alliances and economic strategies.
Economic Rivalry and the Trade War
The most visible sign of tension was the trade war that began in 2018 under the Trump administration. Tariffs were imposed on hundreds of billions of dollars worth of goods, disrupting global supply chains and sparking uncertainty in global markets. While the Biden administration took a different tone, many of those tariffs remain, signaling a continued strategic competition.
The core issue lies in the U.S.'s concern over China's growing economic clout, alleged intellectual property theft, and state subsidies to domestic industries. China, meanwhile, views U.S. actions as attempts to contain its rise