U.S.–China relations 2026 are defined by competition, cautious cooperation, and strategic decoupling. Bilateral trade contracted in 2025: U.S. imports from China fell 19%, exports dropped 13%, signaling supply-chain stress. China controls 60% of global rare earth production, while the U.S. ramps up stockpiles and alliances to reduce dependency. Flashpoints such as Taiwan ($2.45 trillion in … Continue reading U.S.–China Relations 2026: 7 Crucial Trends Shaping Global Rivalry and Strategic Decoupling