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The U.S.-China trade war, according to game theory

May 30, 2025 · 28m
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  • U.S.-China trade relations are analyzed through game theory frameworks, comparing scenarios like chicken or prisoner's dilemma to understand Trump and Xi Jinping's strategic decisions
  • The episode examines payoffs and incentives for both sides, determining which game theory model best explains the escalating trade conflict
  • Analysis focuses on who is playing optimally and what strategic adjustments either side might need to make in this high-stakes economic competition

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