U.S. & China Urged to Find Trade Balance Amid Rising Tensions

As speculation grows about Donald Trump's potential return to the White House, experts are calling for the U.S. and China to bridge divides in their trade relationship. With global markets on edge, economist Nabil S. Mikhail warns that prolonged conflict could harm both nations—and the world.

Mikhail, an Egypt-born academic with decades of U.S. residency, emphasized to CGTN that cooperation—not confrontation—is key. "Competition should be contained," he said, highlighting shared priorities like climate change and tech innovation as potential collaboration zones.

While Trump-era tariffs and tech restrictions remain sticking points, Mikhail believes middle-ground solutions could stabilize supply chains and boost economic resilience. "The welfare of humanity depends on their ability to work together," he added, pointing to renewable energy partnerships as a win-win opportunity.

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