翻脸不认人？美国财长：如果中国重新限制稀土，美国重启关税战

Group 1 - The U.S. has returned to the tariff status prior to April 2, 2023, and China has suspended its stricter rare earth export controls in response to U.S. actions in tariffs and technology sanctions [1][7] - U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent has threatened to restart the tariff war if China re-imposes restrictions on rare earth exports, indicating U.S. concerns over its reliance on Chinese materials [3][8] - The U.S. has limited tools left to contain China, primarily focusing on sanctions against high-tech companies and tariffs, with previous tariff actions proving ineffective [10] Group 2 - The U.S. has a history of disregarding agreements and international commitments, often prioritizing its own interests over global cooperation [5] - The U.S. seeks to control international organizations to serve its interests, reflecting a skewed worldview that overestimates its global influence [5] - Recent agreements between the U.S. and China highlight the ongoing strategic competition, particularly in the rare earth sector, which is critical for technology and defense industries [8][10]