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During discussions about the ongoing trade war, a critical insight emerged: China views this as a long-term game against a less structured and reactive U.S. administration. This allows China to leverage its strengths effectively, having prepared for such a confrontation for years. Here are the key strategic advantages that China holds:
Long-Term Planning: China has been methodical in its preparation for economic tensions, contrasting the Trump administration's impulsiveness.
Soft Power Opportunities: Chinese leadership has noticed that the political narrative shaped by the U.S. is giving rise to alternative diplomacy opportunities in the region, fostering improved relations with countries like Japan and South Korea.