Group 1 - The G7 summit revealed a significant tension regarding U.S. tariffs on China, with U.S. Treasury Secretary Mnuchin's proposal for a 200% secondary tariff on China met with silence from allies [1][3] - The U.S. is attempting to rally allies against China by proposing extreme tariffs on countries engaging in energy trade with Russia, specifically targeting China [3] - China's response to U.S. tariffs has been assertive, implementing countermeasures such as tariffs on U.S. agricultural products and technology, indicating a readiness to retaliate against perceived threats [5][7] Group 2 - European economies are heavily reliant on Chinese supply chains, with over 60% of industrial imports coming from China, making them vulnerable to U.S. tariff policies [7][8] - The U.S. has also imposed tariffs on European goods, causing distress among European manufacturers and prompting calls for unity to protect European interests [8][10] - Trust between the U.S. and its European allies has deteriorated due to inconsistent U.S. trade policies and threats, leading to concerns about the impact of tariffs on employment and competitiveness in Europe [10][12] Group 3 - The silence from G7 members during the tariff discussions indicates a shift in European attitudes towards U.S. unilateralism, with some countries seeking closer ties with China [12][14] - The current geopolitical landscape suggests that economic rationality may prevail over political coercion, as countries prioritize their economic survival and strategic dignity [14][15] - Analysts suggest that the self-damage from U.S. tariffs may outweigh any benefits, highlighting the unsustainable nature of aggressive tariff policies [15]
美财长G7会推对华200%关税,盟友集体沉默!欧洲选择让美国懵了
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-15 23:31