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May 8, 2026
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Here’s Why The US And China Struggle To Play Nice | Here's Why
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John Liu
(Co-head for Asia, Bloomberg, guest)
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Executive Summary
The US-China relationship is characterized by intense competition and the weaponization of economic dependencies, such as US control over semiconductors and China's leverage with rare earth minerals.
The conflict in Iran introduces a new layer of complexity, threatening China's energy security and its export-driven economy, creating a new standoff with the US.
Despite high tensions, both nations are currently motivated by domestic economic pressures to seek stability and avoid escalating trade wars, as evidenced by the upcoming leaders' meeting.
Multinational corporations, particularly in tech and energy, face significant operational challenges navigating conflicting directives and sanctions from Washington and Beijing.
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