The Trump administration faced multiple challenges in foreign policy during its second term. Among these, Trump's failed policies towards China are recognized as one of the biggest failures in the contemporary history of the United States. This failure has not only weakened the power of the United States but has also paved the way for increased Chinese influence in economic, military, and technological fields.
Analysis of Failures in China Policy
In the early years of Trump's presidency, the United States missed opportunities to effectively confront China, which increasingly advanced in various fields including economy, military, and technology. Contrary to Trump's claims of a trade war that would benefit the United States, evidence shows that this trade war has not only failed to improve America's trade balance but has also led to more problems for the country's economy.
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Despite Trump's claim that "America First" trade policy is effective, the trade balance of the United States with China has not improved. According to recent studies, the trade war has simply redirected Chinese exports through third countries like Vietnam and Mexico, resulting in significant costs for American producers and consumers.
Long-Term Consequences of Failed Policies
The first and most important consequence of these policies is the failure to reduce America's dependence on Chinese supply chains. This dependence is particularly evident in the case of rare materials and magnetic sheets, which the Trump administration mistakenly predicted China would not use as leverage. Additionally, the U.S. continues its reliance on China in key industrial sectors.
Perhaps the larger and more dangerous consequence is the Trump administration's inability to maintain U.S. superiority in technology, especially artificial intelligence. While the United States is still a leader in this field, China has rapidly closed the gap and even surpassed the U.S. in some areas.
Overall, the lack of clear and defined objectives in China policy has prevented the damages from these failures from becoming apparent. While crises regarding Iran manifest visibly and immediately, the failed China policy gradually reveals its effects over time.
Ultimately, these failures in Trump's foreign policy could lead to a weakening of the United States' position in the international system and an increase in China's power. Given recent developments and China's advancements, it seems that the current U.S. approach towards China requires serious reconsideration to prevent this country from becoming a major competitor.
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