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Both short-term and long-term perspectives reveal a complex dynamic. While Trump’s immediate threat of tariffs could be an effort to "pull the brakes" on China’s aggressive exports and technological expansion, experts believe that comprehensive trade and technology agreements are unlikely before 2026 due to China's steadfast stance.
In the meantime, China is willing to "go through some pain"—accepting short-term hardships—to preserve long-term strategic goals like dominance over Taiwan and control of critical resource sectors.