US President Donald Trump has given a strong message to Canada. Trump has warned that if Canada signs any kind of trade agreement with China, the US will impose 100% tariffs on it. This dictatorship of America is happening with almost most of the countries. Sometimes it stops some country from doing oil trade, and sometimes it imposes some other restrictions on some country. Let us find out who will prevail over whom if there is a direct conflict between America and China.

world’s most powerful army

America has always been at the forefront of the world in military strength and technological superiority. According to the Global Fire Power Index, America’s Army, Air Force and Navy are the strongest of any country. At present, there are about 14 lakh soldiers deployed in the US Army, while there are 7 lakh soldiers in the Air Force and more than 6 lakh soldiers in the Navy.

America has more than 13,000 aircraft, including 1,790 fighter jets and 5,000 helicopters. Apart from this, the US Army is equipped with state-of-the-art weapons, which include drones, missile systems and state-of-the-art tanks. The US also has a top ranking in nuclear weapons, which means the level of damage would be immense if there was a conflict in the country.

Experts believe that America’s strength lies not only in numbers, but also in technological superiority and global war strategies. The US Navy is capable of deploying and operating in any ocean in the world, making it extremely difficult to challenge the US in a direct confrontation.

Dragon is no less than anyone

China is also not behind in terms of strength. According to Global Fire Power, China’s army is in third place and it has got a power index score of 0.0788. There are more than 25 lakh soldiers in the Chinese Army, more than 4 lakh soldiers in the Air Force and about 3.8 lakh soldiers in the Navy.

China has more than 3,000 aircraft, 1,212 fighter jets and 281 attack helicopters. China’s army is equipped with modern technology and weapons. In addition, China is also a nuclear-armed country and has been significantly improving its missile systems and naval power in recent years.

According to experts, China’s strength lies not only in numbers but also in its strategy and preparation for regional dominance. China has been demonstrating power over territorial disputes and borders with its neighboring countries. This is part of its policy of global dominance.

What will happen if there is a war?

If the world’s two superpowers, America and China, enter into a direct war, it will not be just a war between two countries. This will affect the global market, oil prices, food supply and international security. Since both countries have nuclear weapons, a conflict would be extremely destructive.

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After creating a stir in the global economy by imposing tariffs across the world, now global power America seems to be entering a new and more sensitive game. The arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in the beginning of the year 2026 has shaken international politics. Officially, the reason for this action was said to be drug trafficking and corruption, but global affairs experts are seeing the big geopolitics of oil behind it.

The most surprising thing is that after the American intervention, there has been a sharp rise in the prices of crude oil in the international market.

The first shipment of Venezuelan oil has been sold?

According to a report, America has completed the first phase of sale of Venezuelan crude oil, in which oil worth about $ 500 million has been sold. American officials have also confirmed this report and indicated that more such deals may happen in the coming months.

Meanwhile, America’s eyes are now fixed on Iran’s oil reserves. Former President Donald Trump has openly indicated that Iran could be his next target. This clearly means that once again a major geopolitical upheaval in the Middle East is considered certain.

ABP Live talked in detail with IIMC Professor Shivaji Sarkar on this entire incident.

Is Iran Trump’s next target?

Professor Shivaji Sarkar says that Trump himself has indicated that Iran is on his next agenda. However, this controversy is not new. “The tension between Iran and America is decades old. There have been attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities before as well,” he says, adding that when India’s role regarding Chabahar Port and Afghanistan came to light, America had also adopted a somewhat soft stance on Iran. Trump feels that America can reach Central Asia by using the North-South Corridor through India.

According to Professor Sarkar, “America’s strategy is not limited to any one President. There, there is planning for 20-30 years ahead. The President is only the face to implement that strategy.”

What does America want?

In response to this question, Shivaji Sarkar says that America’s economic situation has been under continuous pressure since the financial crisis of 2007-08. Many countries are staying away from the dollar. The dollar’s hold on global trade is weakening. Pressure on American manufacturing and employment has increased. “The dollar has long been America’s greatest strength – whether through trade or foreign investment through bonds. Now that its hold is weakening, America needs new ways to manage its economy.”

War, weapons, and the American economy

Professor Sarkar says that the American people do not want war, but “if there is no war, weapons will not be sold.” If the Ukraine war stops and the Israel-Gaza conflict calms down, Iran could become a new front. Confrontation is necessary to keep the arms industry alive—it has been a key part of American strategy.

Why is America eyeing Iran’s oil?

They point out that even though Venezuelan oil may be of low quality, America still captured its reserves. “On the contrary, Iran’s oil is counted among the best oils in the world. If America gets control over Iran’s oil, then it can also have a big hold on the global energy market.”

China is Iran’s biggest oil buyer. In such a situation, America believes that by increasing pressure on Iran, it can also weaken China’s energy security.

Why increased concern for India and Asia?

If America takes any major step against Iran, then the distance between Iran and India remains only 1500 kilometers. It can have a direct impact on India’s energy security, Chabahar Port, access to Central Asia, China-Pakistan equation. According to Professor Shivaji Sarkar, “This is a sign of serious strategic crisis not only for India but for the whole of Asia.”

After Venezuela, the increasing American focus on Iran makes it clear that the battle for oil, dollar and global dominance has reached a new phase. If this conflict escalates, its effects will be felt from the Middle East to Asia and India. For India, this is a time for very cautious diplomacy and strategic balance.

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Major progress has been made towards stopping the trade war between America and China. US Finance Minister Scott Besant said on Sunday that an ‘important framework agreement’ has been reached between the two countries, due to which America’s plan to impose 100% tariff on Chinese goods may be postponed. Also, China can also postpone export controls on rare earths for some time. This agreement has been reached before the meeting next week between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

No need for 100% tariffs!
US Finance Minister Besant said in NBC’s program Meet the Press, ‘I do not think we will have to impose 100% tariff. Apart from this, I hope that China will also postpone its rare earth export controls for some time. He said that under this framework, issues like balanced trade between the two countries, purchase of American agricultural products and fentanyl crisis will also be discussed.

Final terms will be decided in Trump-Xi meeting
Besant said that the final terms of the agreement will be decided by President Trump and Xi Jinping. The meeting of the two leaders is proposed in South Korea next week. The US had earlier warned that if China continued to control rare earth magnets and minerals, new three-digit tariffs would be imposed from November 1.

Important discussions took place during the ASEAN Summit
This conversation took place during the ongoing ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur. This included China’s Vice Premier He Leifeng, top trade negotiator Li Chenggang, US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Li Chenggang said that both sides have reached preliminary agreement on issues like trade truce, fentanyl and export control.

‘There is a positive atmosphere among us now’
Besant told reporters, ‘I think we have a very strong framework ready for Thursday’s meeting between the leaders.’ At the same time, Trump said, ‘I am confident that we will reach an agreement with China. The talks are going in a positive direction.

Big step towards reducing trade war
This agreement is being considered a big step towards reducing the ongoing trade war between America and China. In the last few months, both the countries have faced tensions due to tariffs, export controls and retaliatory sanctions. It is now expected that after the Trump-Xi meeting, some positive announcements may also be made on issues like soybean trade, Taiwan issue, and the release of Hong Kong media businessman Jimmy Lai.

US President Donald Trump once claimed on Saturday (25 October 2025) that India has completely cut oil imports from Russia. He said that this step of India is a big step towards strategic partnership with America. However, India has earlier rejected all such claims and clarified that the decision to purchase oil is based on its national interests and not on external pressures.

The Trump administration said that economic and financial sanctions are being imposed on these companies to prevent the Russian energy sector from funding the war machine. These sanctions include freezing the assets of two Russian companies Rosneft and Lukoil in the US, barring American citizens from any financial transactions with them and appealing to global partner countries to maintain trade distance with them. The move is a direct hit to Russia’s economy as Rosneft and Lukoil control about 45% of Russia’s total oil exports.

What is India’s stance on Russian oil?

Soon after Trump’s claim, Indian Foreign Ministry sources once again reiterated that India will continue to buy crude oil from Russia as it is an important part of energy security and cheap supply. India says that unless there is an official ban at the United Nations (UN) level, no country can stop it from buying oil from a particular seller.

An official of India’s Energy Ministry said on condition of anonymity that our priority is to ensure that India gets cheap and stable oil. We cannot compromise with our interests. Trump has earlier also claimed that India will gradually stop buying oil from Russia, but India’s purchase figures show that Russia is still India’s largest crude oil supplier, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Iraq.

Trump’s next diplomatic move

Trump also said during his announcement that he expected a full trade deal when he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea. He said that we will also talk about fentanyl (a deadly drug) and agricultural trade. It is killing many Americans and it comes from China. This meeting is taking place at a time when tension between America and China is at its peak regarding technical restrictions, trade balance and raw material supply chain.

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US President Donald Trump indicated on Sunday (October 19, 2025) that his government may reconsider the tariff policy if China takes some positive steps in favor of America. This statement has come at a time when just a few days ago the Trump administration had announced to increase the duty on goods imported from China by 100 percent and implement software export control from November 1.

Trump told the media that relations between him and Chinese President Xi Jinping are better than normal. He said that differences exist between the two countries, but if Beijing does something good for America then reduction in tariffs is possible. According to Trump, this is no longer a one-way street. We will protect our interests but there is scope for agreement if China cooperates.

Tension rising again in trade war

After the peace of the last few months, the US-China trade war seems to be intensifying once again. Washington has recently tightened export controls on technology products and is preparing to impose additional duties on Chinese ships in US ports. In response, China has imposed strict rules on the export of rare earth minerals and other strategic materials.

Preparation for new negotiations and possible agreement

US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant has confirmed that representatives of the two countries will hold new trade talks in Malaysia this week. This meeting is being seen as an attempt to improve relations after Trump’s recent statements and the canceled meeting with Xi Jinping. Beijing has also indicated that it is ready for a new round of talks amid the tariff dispute.

WTO’s warning – threat to the global economy

World Trade Organization (WTO) Director General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has warned that the ongoing trade conflict between America and China could cause huge damage to the global economy. He said that if this tension continues, there could be a decline of about 7% in world production. According to him, the US-China trade tension is not only bilateral but will affect the entire world economy.

What is Trump’s strategy?

Experts believe that this policy of Trump is part of his “Deal Diplomacy”. They first take tough steps, then open the way for talks so that political and technical concessions can be achieved. The Trump administration’s tariff policy has also affected the US technology sector, especially the semiconductor and software industries, which consider China a major market.

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US President Donald Trump warned that his government is considering ending edible oil trade with China. Responding to this threat, China said that no one becomes a winner from a trade war. China’s Foreign Ministry said that trade-related differences are not in the interest of any party.

China replied to Trump

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said, “The two sides should resolve issues through dialogue on the basis of equality, respect and mutual benefit. China’s position on China-US economic and trade issues is very clear.”

China has refused to buy American soybeans. Due to retaliatory tariffs on American goods, soybeans became expensive for Chinese importers, due to which Dragon has started buying soybeans from South America.

China’s move amounts to an economic attack on US: Trump

China has been the largest buyer of American soybeans. On this, Trump said that China’s restrictions on rare earth, soybean and other things are like a direct economic attack on America. “We are considering eliminating cooking oil and other aspects of trade with China as retaliation,” Trump said.

‘Control of rare earth minerals is necessary for world peace’

A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said that our leaders have made their position clear on recent policies. China described these controls as necessary for world peace and regional stability. Last week, China tightened controls on the export of rare earth minerals required for the manufacture of high-tech products, due to which Trump announced a 100 percent tariff on Beijing.

Last May, when America imposed tariffs on Chinese imports, China stopped purchasing soybeans, which created a big crisis for American farmers. America exported soybeans worth about $24.5 billion last year, out of which China bought soybeans worth $12.5 billion.

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The increasing tension between America and China has once again shocked the global market. US President Donald Trump has announced that from November 1, 2025, 100% new tariffs will be imposed on all products imported from China, which will be in addition to the tariffs already in place. This announcement came at a time when China has started an antitrust investigation against American chip manufacturer Qualcomm. This investigation is related to the acquisition of Israeli chip designer company Autotalks by Qualcomm.

China launches antitrust investigation on Qualcomm

On October 10, China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced that it was investigating Qualcomm. It is alleged that the company had not properly declared some details of the Autotox acquisition deal, thereby violating China’s competition laws. This deal was finalized in June 2025.

Qualcomm had earlier in 2015 also paid a fine of $975 million under China’s antitrust laws. According to reports, the company had stopped this deal in 2024, but it was completed this year. Autotox makes vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication chips, which help prevent car accidents and make automotive technology smarter.

America’s big economic attack on China

The Trump administration has said that this major step has been taken in response to new export controls on China’s rare earth minerals and lithium batteries. The US President also said that America will take unilateral action, no matter what other countries do. He indicated that he may also cancel his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit next month.

Trump also said that America will also implement export controls (export restrictions) on all important software. According to Stephen Wu, founder of Carthage Capital, China is not acting merely on a formal mistake. This is part of America’s strategy to put pressure on the chip and automotive supply chain.

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US-China Trade War: The trade war between America and China is once again at its peak. On one hand, China has made the rules to control the export of rare earths more strict. At the same time, countering this, US President Donald Trump has imposed 100 percent tariff on Chinese products.

India will benefit from this tension between the two biggest economies of the world. Experts believe that due to the increasing trade war between China and America, Indian exporters can benefit from increasing their exports to the American markets. Obviously, this step of China will affect all the industries of America, including defense, clean energy and electric vehicles.

There is a huge difference in tariffs between India and China

President of Federation of Indian Export Organization S. C. Ralhan said that due to America’s imposition of high tariffs on China, the demand will shift towards India. We can get benefit from this. In the business year 2024-25 (April-March), India sent goods worth $ 86.51 billion to America. America’s 100 percent tariff imposed on China will come into effect from November 1, 2025.

With this, the import duty on China will now increase to 130 percent along with the 30 percent baseline tariff imposed earlier. America currently imposes 50 percent tariff on India, which is much less than China’s 130 percent. Now this will benefit the exporters of India.

America’s dependence on China will reduce

Due to increase in tariffs on China, the products here will become more expensive in America, making them less competitive. According to the report of Economic Times, toy exporter Manu Gupta says that high tariff on Chinese goods will help us in attracting buyers from both the countries. He further says, “This will help us.” We will get equal opportunities.

He also revealed that American buyers like big retail sector company Target have contacted him. Think tank GTRI also said that increasing trade tensions between the US and China will increase the prices of electric vehicles, wind turbines and semiconductor components in global markets. America is heavily dependent on China for electronics, textiles, shoes, white goods and solar panels. Now with the increase in their prices, the process of importing them from India will be faster.

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Trade tension between America and China has increased once again. US President Donald Trump has announced to impose 100 percent additional tariff on goods coming from China, which China has strongly condemned, calling it an example of double standards and unfair business conduct. This step of Trump has come in response to the strict control imposed by China on the export of rare-earth minerals.

China has clarified that the controls imposed by it are lawful and it is ready to promote dialogue and cooperation with all countries to maintain the security of global industrial and supply chains. At the same time, America has warned that if the situation does not improve, this month’s scheduled meeting with President Xi Jinping may be cancelled.

China made these allegations against America

China has alleged that since September, America has increased economic pressure on China. A ministry spokesperson said, ‘These steps have seriously harmed China’s interests and seriously affected the environment of trade negotiations between the two countries.’ The Commerce Ministry also said, ‘Threatening higher tariffs at every turn is not the right way to negotiate with China.’

China made this appeal to the Trump administration

China has appealed to the Trump administration to change its trade approach and condemned ‘threats of higher tariffs’. At the same time, the Chinese Ministry warned that if America remains adamant on its wrong policies, China will take concrete steps to protect its legitimate rights and interests.

The Chinese spokesperson further said, ‘China’s position is clear, we do not want a trade war, but we are not afraid of it either. We appeal to America to immediately correct its wrong practices.

Trump imposed 100 percent extra tariff on China

US President Donald Trump imposed 100% extra tariff on China and said that the decision taken by China on rare earth minerals will affect all countries. He called it a moral outrage and said it was part of China’s long-term strategy to dominate world trade. Trump made it clear that America will take unilateral action, no matter what other countries do. He said that from November 1, 2025, America will impose 100% new tariffs on China, which will be different and additional to any tariff currently imposed.

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Trump also announced that export controls on critical software will be implemented from November 1. Its purpose is to prevent China from getting easy access to American technology. This step has been taken in response to the recent restrictions imposed by China on the export of rare earth minerals. These minerals are considered very important in electronics, defense and energy sectors.

China has become very aggressive: Trump

Donald Trump, while sharing a long message on his social media platform Truth Social, said that China is now acting very aggressively. He wrote that China is sending letters to the countries of the world to impose export controls on many goods, especially rare earth minerals. Trump said that this policy will have a serious impact on the global market and supply chain. He said that this policy of China will create problems for every country, because rare earth minerals are used in mobiles, electric vehicles, computer chips and defense equipment.

America will not become China’s prisoner: Trump

Trump said that China’s aim is to hold the world economically hostage, but America will not let this happen. He described the restrictions imposed by China on the export of rare earth minerals as “sinister and hostile steps”. Trump said that China had been working on this strategy for a long time and now its real intentions have come to light.

America also has counter power

In his statement, Trump also said that America also has such monopoly rights which can have a greater impact than China. He said that till now these rights had not been used, but America is ready to use them if the circumstances change. According to Trump, China has sent a detailed letter to many countries which contains a list of minerals on which export ban has now been imposed.

Trump-Xi meeting canceled, meeting will not take place in APEC conference

Trump also told that his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping was scheduled during the APEC summit to be held in South Korea, but now it will not happen. He said that in the present situation this meeting has no meaning. America will wait for China’s response and after that further strategy will be decided.

Start of new trade war?

After this statement, the stir in international politics has intensified. Many experts believe that this step of Trump could be the beginning of a new trade war between America and China. This tension can affect global trade, technology industry and energy sector.

Potential impact on the global economy

Economic analysts say that increasing US tariffs on China will have a major impact on the global supply chain and manufacturing industry. If China retaliates, the conflict could spread to semiconductor, automobile, defense and energy sectors. Earlier too, an increase in inflation was seen due to trade disputes between America and China. Now that both countries are at the center of technological competition, this dispute may deepen further.

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