“打”还是和？中方已经把话挑明，美媒：中国已3个月没买美国油

Group 1: Trade Relations - China has not imported any U.S. oil for three consecutive months (March, April, May), marking the longest period since 2018 without purchases [1][6] - This cessation of oil imports is seen as a significant blow to U.S. oil companies, which are already facing fierce competition in global markets [6] - The U.S. had hoped to leverage tariffs to gain concessions from other countries, but the strategy has backfired, damaging its international trade image and negatively impacting domestic industries [3][10] Group 2: Diplomatic Stance - China's Foreign Affairs Minister emphasized the country's commitment to peace while also asserting that it will not renounce the use of force for national unification, signaling a firm stance on sovereignty issues [4][10] - The U.S. is exhibiting contradictory behavior, aiming for military deterrence while simultaneously expressing a desire to avoid direct conflict with China due to its own industrial shortcomings [7][10] - Recent reports indicate a potential thaw in U.S.-China trade relations, with the U.S. planning to lift some export restrictions on products like chip design software and aircraft engines [7][8] Group 3: Future Outlook - The evolving dynamics between the two largest economies in the world will significantly impact global peace and stability, with the potential for either cooperation or increased confrontation [10] - The historical inconsistency of U.S. export policies towards China raises concerns about future relations, suggesting that any current easing of restrictions may be temporary and driven by negotiation tactics [8][10]