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Full-blown trade war looms as Trump doubles down and China digs in

With 104% levies in effect, China vows to fight ‘to the end’

'In this zero-sum game, where one country’s gain is another’s loss, cooperation gives way to conquest,' Viala-Gaudefroy.

'In this zero-sum game, where one country’s gain is another’s loss, cooperation gives way to conquest,' Viala-Gaudefroy. | Credits: Shutterstock.

The US and China are now hurtling toward a full-blown trade war after Washington imposed steep new tariffs and Beijing pledged steadfast retaliation — dashing hopes of détente and further spooking already-rattled...

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