24.07.2018 • 13:00 GMT
What is the Trump Administration's Strategy in its China Trade War?
John Kicklighter
• There are many that believe the Trump administration is approaching the trade war with no explicit strategy in mind
• Rather than simple anarchy, the US is likely pursuing the pressure it deems necessary to force China to capitulate
• Rapid escalation looks to apply pressure during China's transition while neutralizing the Yuan, meaning the drive will persist