Tom Friedman discusses the misconceptions surrounding China in the context of the U.S.-China trade war, asserting that American policymakers, particularly under Trump, are operating on outdated notions of China. He highlights the consensus in Washington, expressing concerns regarding a lack of nuanced understanding about China's current global ambitions. Friedman urges for a reevaluation of strategies to compete effectively with China rather than relying on past perceptions, stressing the importance of comprehending China's evolving role on the global stage.
I fear that America is trying to fight the China of the '90s or the 2000s with a very, very, very poor understanding of what China has become today.
Trump's trade war is ill thought through and ill-defined and not well planned for, which may lead to a possible loss in the trade war.
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