国際｜トランプ外交の脆弱性と対中関係 / International | The Vulnerability of Trump’s Diplomacy and Relations with China

Summary

President Trump’s deal-focused diplomacy emphasizes one-on-one negotiations with both allies and adversaries, but the recent resurgence of trade tensions between the U.S. and China has highlighted its vulnerabilities.

In particular, the fragile truce in U.S.-China trade is on the brink of collapse, with the introduction of high tariffs and regulatory measures on rare earth elements reigniting conflicts with China. This situation could have serious repercussions for U.S. economic policy and international relations. The Tokyo market is also expected to experience significant volatility at the beginning of the week.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Chako, President Trump’s recent diplomacy is really challenging, isn’t it? Especially it seems like the relationship with China is becoming precarious.
Chako: Really? Why is that happening? War isn’t a game, so why does it occur?
Log: Well, Trump’s deal-making approach tries to resolve issues through one-on-one negotiations, but in reality, it can provoke backlash from the other side.
Navi: Just to add, the current U.S.-China trade friction significantly impacts both economies, so it requires complex negotiations.
Chako: I see! So that’s why the markets are getting volatile!

Admin’s Note

The issues facing President Trump’s foreign policy extend beyond mere economic aspects; they also affect international trust. Chako’s questions reflect a childlike honesty, providing a good opportunity to understand the complexities of war and diplomacy. It is particularly important to consider that deal-based diplomacy might not build trust with other countries, but could instead create tensions. We should pay close attention to future developments.