The tariff game theory seems akin to “if you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball”

In a complex and interconnected financial system, throwing a massive spanner in the works will filter out nations that can survive vs those that can’t

The latter need to strike a deal urgently, giving the disruptor leverage

The problem with this thinking, is that the Trump admin has no clear path to negotiation. There is no consistency, they say they want fair trade and an elimination of trade deficits which makes no sense whatsoever. We're giving the admin far too much credit.

The problem with this thinking, is that the Trump admin has no clear path to negotiation. There is no consistency, they say they want fair trade and an elimination of trade deficits which makes no sense whatsoever. We're giving the admin far too much credit. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crm332189djo

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I don't agree that this is all about China. They're getting the most attention because they're fighting, but he's not intentionally singling them out in any way. He is openly saying he would be willing to treat our allies and trade partners just the same if they retaliate.

I agree with you, I don't think the tactics are very clear. But the endgame is, which is to use America's main source of leverage (consumption) to bring to heel its main adversary

Everyone else is collateral damage, and unfortunately that includes Vietnam