IntelliBRICS

The unprecedented tariffs the United States has imposed on China marks a significant escalation in Washington’s efforts to undermine the Chinese economy. While the Trump administration may act as if it ‘has all the cards’ to halt China’s ascent, Beijing is well positioned to weather the storm, and the US President’s vacillations could end up undermining his own country. The interconnected nature of the global economy means protectionist measures can often have unintended and