Why is China shocked by Trump's cabinet? Know the reason for the worry

Trumps Cabinet News: Donald Trump has not yet officially taken power in America, but his potential policies and cabinet members have already caused a stir in China. Experts and policy advisors believe that under Trump's leadership, China-US relations may become more tense.

Why the stir in China?

Chinese policy advisors believe that famous names included in Trump's new team, such as billionaire Elon Musk and Indian-origin businessman Vivek Ramaswami, can prove to be a big threat to China.

Dispute between Elon Musk and China

Elon Musk's company Starlink has been facing economic and trade competition against China in recent times. China has pitted its space cell company against Musk's company under an agreement with Brazil. In such a situation, the presence of Elon Musk in the Trump administration can further increase this conflict.

Influence of Vivek Ramaswami

Vivek Ramaswami, who has been entrusted with the leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is a supporter of simplifying government rules and reducing the number of employees. These policies of his can have an indirect impact on China-US trade agreements and the global supply chain.

Why is China afraid of Trump 2.0?

New round of trade war:

Trump had a profound impact on China's economy by increasing import duties on Chinese products in his first term. Experts believe that this time he can take more stringent steps, such as 60% import duty on Chinese products.

Tension on South China Sea and Taiwan:

Under the Trump administration, the US focus will be on countering China's aggressive attitude in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. This is likely to increase geopolitical tensions between the two countries.

Technological and economic confrontation:

People like Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswami will work on a plan to compensate American tech companies for the losses they suffer from China.

China's strategic concerns and measures

China's policy advisor Zheng Yongnian has cautioned the Jinping government, saying that America's more efficient political system could increase pressure on China. Zheng suggested that China would have to prepare strategic measures in advance against the Trump cabinet.

Future prospects

Under Donald Trump's leadership, tensions between China and the US may increase at many levels:

On the economic front: China may suffer major losses due to trade policies.

In the political field: America's tough stance on Taiwan and the South China Sea will pose a challenge for China.

Technological competition: Elon Musk and his company will put America's interests paramount to give a tough competition to China.

Conclusion

Donald Trump's return has posed new challenges for China's policymakers. Members of his team, especially Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswami, can challenge China's economic and technological dominance. It will be interesting to see in which direction US-China relations move under the rule of Trump 2.0 after January 20.