us china trade war

The term **"U.S.–China trade war"** refers to the period of heightened economic conflict between the United States and China, beginning primarily in 2018, when both countries imposed tariffs and other trade barriers on each other's goods. It arose from long-standing tensions over issues such as trade imbalances, intellectual property rights, technology transfer practices, and market access. The trade war led to disruptions in global supply chains, affected international markets, and prompted negotiations aimed at reaching a trade agreement.