The world is entering an era of protectionism” as the U.S. turns to aggressive tariffs, warns one China expert. How nasty will it get?

Chinese leader Xi has responded by hitting the gas on manufacturing, pushing Chinese companies to pump out a surfeit of goods that are pouring into foreign markets and propping up the economy at home.

China braces for a potential trade war as Donald Trump hints at steep tariffs, focusing on self-reliance, alliances, and economic resilience amid slowing growth and escalating tensions.