Part 3/5:
The conversation reflects a broader historical context of U.S.-China relations that has seen various administrations grapple with the complexities of trade and economic cooperation. Since the turn of the millennium, there has been an ongoing struggle to craft effective strategies to manage the relationship with China. The discussion casts a critical eye on previous administrations, particularly the Trump administration, which had promised a more confrontational approach toward China. Expectations were set that tariffs and economic measures would not only level the playing field but provide leverage in negotiations.