The China-U.S. trade standoff has entered a more confrontational phase, with both sides escalating measures but leaving space open for tactical negotiation and limited agreements. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/10/16/world/sino-us-economic-cage/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #worldnews #rareearths #trade #tariffs #us #china #chinausrelations