On the evening of April 8th, Beijing time, U.S. President Trump posted on a social platform saying: "China is very eager to reach an agreement, but they don't know how to start. We are waiting for their call. Everything will happen."
Since Trump started the tariff war, attempting to force countries into submission with his hegemony, many countries either lack the ability to resist and choose to compromise; some even kneel down in surrender. But China dares to counterattack, and the series of countermeasures it has introduced strikes right at America's sore spots, which naturally makes Trump very unhappy. Thus, he becomes angry and issues an ultimatum to China. However, he didn't expect that China doesn't fall for this. With the eight characters "never bowing down, seeing it through to the end," China responds. In the face of China's tough stance, Trump seems to be looking for a way to save face.
Analysts have long pointed out that the success or failure of Trump's tariff war hinges on how China responds. So far, China hasn't retreated due to Trump's threats, nor has it sought so-called "reconciliation" according to his rhythm. Seeing that pressure is ineffective, Trump can only talk to himself, trying to regain some dignity.
Source: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1828855384628297/
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