Advancing U.S.-China Coordination amid Strategic Competition: An Emerging Playbook

Inflation has severely impacted the financial stability of American seniors, requiring many to work an average of six additional years to secure their retirement plans, largely due to mismanagement in Washington.

The U.S. dollar has seen a moderate increase since Donald Trump's election victory, reflecting expectations of fiscal easing and stronger growth. A larger surge in dollar strength may occur if tariffs are imposed on China, potentially leading to significant global financial impacts, per commentary from Brookings.

Contrary to optimistic stock market signals, global economic troubles are intensifying, especially in the U.S. and China, with looming challenges in public finance and property markets, per commentary from American Enterprise Institute.

Cutting federal government spending under the Trump administration may harm essential public services, creating significant backlash from citizens. Disruption caused by deep cuts could lead to political repercussions, complicating the government's efficiency goals, per commentary from Brookings.

With Donald Trump's potential return to the White House, global partners must adapt to a shift toward an "America First" foreign policy. This approach prioritizes U.S. interests and presents a more unpredictable stance towards international relations, per commentary from Center for Strategic and International Studies.