Ceren Ergenc, a research fellow at the Centre for European Policy Studies, explained that a Trump presidency would likely lead to increased tariffs and pressure on the EU to reduce ties with China, characterizing his approach as more unpredictable and personal compared to Harris’s institutionalized methods.
With President Trump, Europe must prepare for less predictability and cooperation. His previous threats regarding tariffs and international alliances add to concerns about heightened trade tensions with China.
The contrasting approaches of Harris and Trump highlight two potential paths for US-China relations; while Harris is likely to engage with a focus on institutional mechanisms and human rights, Trump’s stance remains dependent on his personal relationships.
Trump’s past comments indicate a paradoxical relationship with China, claiming to be its critic while also expressing respect for Xi, suggesting his future policies could be inconsistent and unpredictable.
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