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China Builds an Economic Fortress as Global Tensions Rise

NYT > Business·June 5, 2026
China Builds an Economic Fortress as Global Tensions Rise

China is constructing an economic fortress in response to rising global tensions, citing national security concerns as the primary motivation. This move may hinder Chinese companies' ability to expand and find growth opportunities abroad. Beijing's actions could have significant implications for the country's economic relationships with other nations. The changes are likely to further complicate China's already complex global trade landscape.

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