Unilateralism is costing US its credibility

Trump's reckless decisions and actions have created serious problems for the rest of the world and are pushing the US toward isolation

A giant the United States unarguably is. But does it still enjoy the international community's respect despite its exceptional economic and military might? This question gained even more importance after the Donald Trump administration decided to impose additional tariffs on $50 billion worth of Chinese imports (as well as imports from other economies) in spite of the deals reached between Chinese and US negotiators in mid-May.

It seems the US administration is losing not only its respectability but also its credibility. The Chinese side's statement on Sunday suggests the constructive discussions with the US negotiators could prevent a full-blown trade war, although China made it clear the negotiated deal will not be implemented if the US goes ahead with its decision to impose the trade sanctions, including the tariffs.