While the US president may want to forge an agreement soon to boost his re-election hopes, Xi Jinping is in no rush.
Such interventions only serve to worsen wealth inequality and, as a result, could fuel anti-globalization sentiment.
While drastic actions may yield success in controlling the spread of the coronavirus, they will likely lead to severe damage to economies that may be felt for years
A stable relationship with China may serve the UK well, as its educational institutions could capitalize on a shift of Chinese students away from Australia.
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