Trump Trade Deal Raises Trust Issues With China

China has agreed to a $200 billion spending plan to reduce the US trade deficit and aid American farmers affected by the trade war. Additionally, China promises to respect US intellectual property and not manipulate its currency. President Trump faces challenges similar to past presidents, as China has a history of breaking promises. The Trump administration claims this deal is different, with a strong enforcement mechanism allowing either side to exit. However, skeptics doubt Trump's willingness to acknowledge any failures by China, and the deal's effectiveness may not be clear until after the next election.

What is the primary goal of China's $200 billion spending plan?

• To strengthen China's currency

• To reduce the US trade deficit

• To expand China's agricultural sector

• To increase China's exports

What has China promised regarding American intellectual property?

• To sell it to the highest bidder

• To share it with other countries

• To respect and not steal it

• To use it for educational purposes

What is a key feature of the trade deal according to the Trump administration?

• A focus on environmental issues

• A reduction in tariffs

• A strong enforcement procedure

• A flexible negotiation process

What do skeptics believe about President Trump's response to the trade deal's success?

• He will focus on other international issues

• He will openly criticize China

• He will renegotiate the terms

• He will likely not admit any failures

When do skeptics believe the effectiveness of the trade deal will be clear?

• After the next election

• Within the first month

• Before the next election

• Immediately after signing