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Political scientist Abraham Newman warns that the era of neoliberal globalization has been replaced by 'weaponized interdependence,' where states exploit centralized economic hubs for coercion. This shift, accelerated in Donald Trump’s second term, transforms global supply chains and financial networks into strategic vulnerabilities.
Economic experts are urging Taiwan to develop a proactive strategy as the risk of a U.S. Section 301 trade probe increases. The warning comes amid a widening trade surplus and shifting U.S. trade policies that prioritize domestic manufacturing and supply chain security.
Nvidia shares surged following a substantial new hardware agreement with Meta Platforms, signaling continued aggressive capital expenditure from big tech hyperscalers. The partnership reinforces market confidence in the longevity of the artificial intelligence boom and Nvidia's role as its primary beneficiary.