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This shift is the culmination of Trump’s comprehensive pressure campaign, which involved draining Iran’s patronage networks, destabilizing its proxies, and enticing China to lessen its dependence on Iranian energy. Trump’s diplomatic architecture, including verifiable commitments on chip sales and rare earths, guarantees that these shifts are more than rhetorical.
The Revitalization of U.S.-China Trade Relations
Another major achievement was the reopening of key trade channels. The purchase of Boeing aircraft, increased soybean exports, and continued energy cooperation signal a return to “business on America’s terms,” marking a strategic victory for Trump’s “leverage capitalism.” These economic deals carry geopolitical weight, asserting U.S. leadership in global trade.