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Jiachen Shi

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Trump’s Subtle Shift on China: From Economic Coercion to Military Confrontation

Trump may not entirely rule out a deal with Beijing, but the ongoing stalemates in Ukraine and Gaza are pushing him to seek breakthroughs elsewhere.

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The Imperial Presidency and the China-US Trade War 

Trump has expanded presidential power since the first trade war with China, wresting a significant portion of foreign economic policymaking authority...

11.02.2025 7

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How Jimmy Carter’s Legacy Could Impact Trump’s China Policy

What was perhaps more surprising than the passing of centenarian U.S. President Jimmy Carter just days before 2025 was President-elect Donald...

02.01.2025 40

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Trump’s Hawkish Cabinet Could Be a Stepping Stone to Future Deals With China

By assembling a hawkish yet loyal Cabinet, Trump gains the short-term advantage of employing a “good cop, bad cop” approach to China.

18.11.2024 2

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The US Congressional Elections Will Shape China Policy, Too

The new U.S. Congress will be as important as the next president in setting the direction for future China policy in Washington.

30.10.2024 2

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Why Isn’t the ‘China Card’ Effective in This US Election?

China has not emerged as a key issue in this campaign cycle, due to both policy convergence and a focus on domestic issues.

25.09.2024 3

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Jiachen Shi