Mr. Biden could employ a similar approach to Mr. Trump’s China trade tariffs. It would result in both better relations with those allies and more leverage to wrest meaningful concessions from Beijing. The result has been to embolden China, distress Europe and leave all American allies and foes wondering about the durability of our commitments and the credibility of our threats. Most of America’s partners will see in Mr. Biden’s radical correction of Mr. Trump’s approach evidence that any change, even one they welcome, could be ephemeral. Mr. Trump will remain in office until Jan. 20.

Source: International New York Times November 11, 2020 09:56 UTC