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Core Viewpoint - The ongoing trade war between China and the United States has resulted in China emerging as the clear winner, contrary to initial expectations that the U.S. would benefit from imposing tariffs [1][9]. Economic Performance - In the first half of this year, China's economic growth rate reached 5.3%, significantly outperforming the U.S., which only achieved a growth rate of 1.25% during the same period [3][5]. - The high tariffs imposed by the U.S. have led to rising prices for goods and materials, negatively impacting American consumers and businesses, resulting in a cycle of inflation and job losses [5][9]. Global Trade Dynamics - Many countries are reducing their reliance on the U.S. market due to high tariffs, leading to increased economic collaboration among nations, which may marginalize the U.S. in global trade [5][9]. - China's market is described as the fastest-growing incremental market globally, providing opportunities for economic growth despite reduced access to the U.S. market [5][7]. Strategic Resources - China holds a significant advantage in rare earth elements, crucial for high-tech industries, which the U.S. cannot easily replace, undermining the effectiveness of U.S. tariffs [7][9]. Political Implications - The early announcement of a successor by President Trump suggests a lack of confidence in the current trade strategy and potential political fallout from the ongoing trade war [7][9]. - The article emphasizes that the trade war has not only failed to suppress China's growth but has also highlighted the ineffectiveness of U.S. hegemonic policies in the current global landscape [9].