Trade War
Newsletter 288 - Jan. 18, 2026
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Trump trade and military threats alienate allies, strengthening China. Global leaders flock to Beijing. And a new global poll shows surging support for China.
Canada’s Mark Carney has called China a “more predictable” partner than the US, proclaiming a “new world order.” As UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer prepares to travel to Beijing, protests have erupted over a massive new Chinese embassy in London.
China growth to slow on consumption drag. New technology industries won’t make up for declining sectors, says report. And American firms name weak economy as top business challenge in China.
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