中美各退三步，中方“厚礼”送特朗普，加拿大“变心”暗向中国

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights significant concessions made by the U.S. in the recent China-U.S. trade negotiations, including a reduction of tariffs on Chinese goods to 47% and the cancellation of planned tariffs on fentanyl-related products [1][3] - The U.S. also terminated the 301 investigation, indicating a shift in its trade policy towards China due to increasing trade tensions [1][3] - China responded by adjusting its counter-tariff measures and announced a large-scale purchase of 12 million tons of U.S. soybeans this quarter, committing to purchase at least 25 million tons annually for the next three years [1][3] Group 2 - China's strategic concessions are seen as a calculated move to gain a time window to alleviate external pressures while enhancing its bargaining position in global markets [3][5] - The articles emphasize China's efforts to reduce dependency on the U.S. and strengthen ties with ASEAN and the EU, as evidenced by the recent upgrade of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area agreement [3][5] - The U.S. missed earlier opportunities to contain China, which has rapidly advanced its industrial capabilities and innovation through globalization [5][7] Group 3 - The current concessions from both countries are not merely compromises; they reflect the U.S.'s need to adjust its hardline stance due to domestic political pressures, while China aims to utilize this period for industrial upgrades and technological advancements [7] - The shift in Canada's approach towards China indicates a reevaluation of international relationships and the diminishing influence of the U.S. in the region [5][7] - The articles suggest that countries will increasingly adopt flexible and diverse diplomatic and economic strategies in response to the evolving great power competition [7]