More than Protectionism: Unbundling U.S. Motives in the Trade and Technological War with China

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This analysis reveals the complex motives behind U.S. trade policies, highlighting economic and national security aspects.

The U.S.–China trade conflict reflects more than mere protectionism, incorporating national security interests.
Key metrics indicate that standard economic theories inadequately explain the U.S. strategic approach.
An interdisciplinary framework combines realist theory and mercantilist perspectives to understand protectionist actions.
This research contributes to economic statecraft literature by including security concerns in trade policy discussions.

Petr Svatoň (2025) studied this question.

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