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Experts Critique Trump's China Strategy at DealBook Summit

12/11/2025

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At the DealBook Summit, policy leaders discussed U.S. challenges in a shifting global landscape.
U.S. President Donald Trump faced criticism from experts over his approach to alliances and tariffs, particularly toward China.
Mark Esper, former Secretary of Defense, urged a comprehensive strategy to confront China.
Executives noted a new economic order with the federal government central to major business decisions in technology and finance.

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At the DealBook Summit, policy leaders discussed U.S. challenges in a shifting global landscape.
U.S. President Donald Trump faced criticism from experts over his approach to alliances and tariffs, particularly toward China.
Mark Esper, former Secretary of Defense, urged a comprehensive strategy to confront China.
Executives noted a new economic order with the federal government central to major business decisions in technology and finance.