Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the relationship between China and the US has significantly changed since the easing of the tariff war, with China gaining influence while the US appears to be losing its dominant position [1][5][8] - The US experts suggest that the only way to counter China is through a comprehensive economic blockade and technological sanctions, which is considered a "red line" that the US is reluctant to cross [3][11] - The trade war initiated by Trump has severely impacted the US economy, leading to increased prices for consumers and pressure on American businesses, forcing Trump to seek negotiations with China [5][6][13] Group 2 - China holds a critical advantage in the rare earth market, which has become a significant bargaining chip in the US-China rivalry, affecting US military and healthcare industries [6][8] - Despite the challenges, the US is unlikely to abandon its competitive stance against China due to a deeply ingrained elite mindset that views China's rise as a threat to US global standing [9][11] - The military gap between the two nations is widening, with China's military capabilities being recognized internationally, while the US struggles to demonstrate advancements in its own military technology [14][15] Group 3 - The economic interdependence between China and the US remains strong, with trade volumes still in the hundreds of billions, indicating that a complete severance of trade would harm the US more [13] - The negative perception of the US on the global stage is exacerbated by its hegemonic actions, particularly in the Middle East, which could further damage its image if it continues to pressure China [15][17] - Long-term, the notion that the US can solely defeat China through aggressive measures is flawed, as the world is moving towards cooperation and mutual benefit [17]