China’s Record $1.2 Trillion Trade Surplus Exposes Global Economic Imbalance and America’s Strategic Vulnerabilities

In an era where economic power translates directly into geopolitical leverage, China’s announcement of a staggering $1.2 trillion trade surplus for 2025 sends a clear warning signal to the United States and its allies. Despite President Trump’s efforts to curb unfair trade practices through tariffs and tough negotiations, Beijing has not only managed to maintain but expand its dominant position in global trade. Why Does China’s Growing Trade Surplus Matter to America? At first glance, a rising Chinese export figure might seem like just another global economic statistic. However, beneath the numbers lies a strategic reality that undermines America’s industrial...