Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the geopolitical dynamics between China, the United States, and the European Union, highlighting how China's control over rare earth resources has shifted negotiation power and created internal conflicts within the EU, particularly regarding the leadership of Ursula von der Leyen [1][2][10]. Group 1: China and Rare Earth Resources - China's rare earth resources serve as a significant leverage point in negotiations, impacting U.S. strategies and leading to a 90-day grace period in tariff discussions [2][9]. - The importance of rare earth elements in high-tech industries, such as electric vehicles and aerospace, underscores China's critical role in the global supply chain [9][10]. Group 2: U.S.-EU Relations - The U.S. has made several demands on the EU, including the removal of trade barriers for pork and dairy, which are vital to the European economy, leading to strong resistance from EU officials [5]. - The U.S. seeks to abolish two digital laws in Europe, which are designed to protect consumer rights and ensure fair competition, highlighting a clash over regulatory sovereignty [7]. - A financial request from the U.S. for the EU to invest $600 billion and acquire $750 billion in U.S. energy raises concerns about economic burdens and internal discord within the EU [7][9]. - The U.S. aims to impose high tariffs on European steel and aluminum, which could severely impact the European economy, prompting strong opposition from EU leaders [7][9]. Group 3: Internal EU Dynamics - The EU is experiencing significant internal conflict as member states criticize von der Leyen for perceived capitulation to U.S. interests, questioning her leadership and decision-making [4][10]. - The lack of a legally binding agreement between von der Leyen and Trump has led to further scrutiny and dissatisfaction within the EU, complicating the political landscape [4][10]. - The article suggests that the EU's initial approach of compromise with the U.S. has backfired, leading to increased pressure on von der Leyen and calls for a more unified and assertive stance against U.S. demands [12].

川普和欧盟达成的贸易协议，延续对日本的15%关税水平，欧洲将花7500亿美元买美国能源，6000亿美 元对美投资，数千亿美元购买军火。 购买美国军火，这既是欧盟国家强化军备的实际需求（5%GDP军费标准提升各国军备采购规模），也 是其用以援助乌克兰的一部分，和此前欧盟花钱买美国武器达成的共识一脉相承。这实际上也是欧盟承 认不具备大规模重启军备生产的现实，马克龙希腊那些希望将武器生产留在欧洲的小九九被否决。 当然，欧盟购买7500亿美元美国能源，对川普日益不满的俄罗斯是釜底抽薪，战时期间欧盟每年买俄罗 斯能源的费用，远超援乌费用的数倍（对乌克兰的许多援助都是纸面上，兑现率不高，但对俄罗斯能源 的购买资金，则不能拖欠）。战争三年多，拜登和欧盟都没真正考虑过让欧盟不再依赖俄罗斯能源而减 少俄罗斯的战争收入。过去18轮的制裁，其实都是雷声大雨点小，表演成分更高。也从不触及对俄罗斯 能源收入的打击。 现在，欧盟没法继续花钱资助俄罗斯进行这场战争了，是的，你没看错，欧盟援助乌克兰，也资助俄罗 斯，当时的幻想是美国来兜底，但现在川普断了他们的念想。 可以说，让欧盟买美国能源，本该是拜登在2022年就做的事，但当时拜登的极端 ...