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Economic upheaval and political opportunity – what Trump’s return could mean for China

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China is bracing for what could be a volatile and highly unpredictable path ahead in its escalating great power rivalry with the United States .

Donald Trump could bring tariffs as high as 60% on Chinese goods which could devastate economic growth in the world’s second largest economy.

China has sought to present a neutral stance on Trump 's win, saying it “respected” the choice.

But experts say Beijing is deeply concerned about the unpredictability of the unpredictable US president.

Beijing may be looking for ways to utilize Trump ’s penchant for deal-making, including on the issue of Taiwan .

On the campaign trail, Trump accused Taiwan of “stealing” the chip industry from the US and said that the self-governing democracy should pay the US for protection.

Beijing is increasingly irritated by what it sees as Washington 's strategy to encircle and contain China .