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Trump's Zero-Sum Strategy: High Stakes Tariffs Threaten EU

8/20/2025

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Donald Trump's international strategy employs a zero-sum approach, treating negotiations as win-lose scenarios.
His tactics involve extreme demands and psychological manipulation for maximum advantage.
After capping tariffs at 15%, Trump threatened a 250% tariff on pharmaceuticals, illustrating his pressure-first strategy.
EU leaders are urged to counter Trump's tactics to prevent escalation and price increases affecting his voter base before the 2026 elections.

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Donald Trump's international strategy employs a zero-sum approach, treating negotiations as win-lose scenarios.
His tactics involve extreme demands and psychological manipulation for maximum advantage.
After capping tariffs at 15%, Trump threatened a 250% tariff on pharmaceuticals, illustrating his pressure-first strategy.
EU leaders are urged to counter Trump's tactics to prevent escalation and price increases affecting his voter base before the 2026 elections.