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Trump’s Shrinking Ambitions on China

NYT > Business·May 13, 2026
Trump’s Shrinking Ambitions on China

President Trump initially planned to implement harsher trade measures on China compared to other countries. However, he has been forced to scale back his ambitions due to various factors. Trump's administration has had to consider the potential consequences of a trade war with China, including its impact on the US economy and relationships with other nations. As a result, his trade policies towards China have become more moderate over time.

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