Trump and his team, known as Trump 2.0, are devising a strategic plan to contain China without escalating to war. Their actions abroad should be interpreted as moves toward this objective.
1. Containment Strategy: Trump 2.0 aims to pressure China economically and politically, encouraging a trade deal that shifts China's economy toward domestic consumption.
2. Avoiding Conflict: The plan seeks to avoid a direct conflict similar to Japan's in WWII, opting for a gradual approach that restrains China’s access to markets and resources.
3. Economic Leverage: U. S. trade deals with the EU and India may limit China's market access, using tariffs as a threat if necessary.
4. Resource Control: U. S. operations in Venezuela, pressure on Iran, and efforts to influence energy producers like Nigeria are aimed at cutting China's resource supply.
5. Russia's Role: Russia faces a choice between aligning more closely with China or seeking a deal with the U. S., which may impact China's resource access and affect U. S.-China relations.
6. Risk of War: If Trump 2.0 can't negotiate with Russia, tensions with China could escalate, increasing the risk of conflict.
Trump 2.0's strategy focuses on containing China through economic pressures and negotiations instead of outright conflict, aiming to stabilize international relations while managing risks.
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