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Despite diplomatic reluctance, China’s military strategy remains assertive. The Chinese Communist Party maintains that Taiwan is part of its territory and has refused to rule out the use of force. Taiwan’s leadership, on the other hand, insists that only its citizens can decide its future, underscoring the fragile and complex nature of regional security.
Escalating Global Tariffs: A Broader Economic Strategy
Adding to global tensions, President Trump has reignited his tariff war, threatening to impose 30% duties on imports from both the European Union and Mexico unless new trade agreements are negotiated by early August. This aggressive stance, articulated in recent letters on social media, aims to address long-standing trade imbalances and perceived protectionism.