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‘Don’t Poke China but Keep It Guessing’: White House Insider Michael Pillsbury’s Take on Trump’s Strategy

By Sophia Al-Mansoor

• Oct 8, 2026 • 4 min read

‘Don’t Poke China but Keep It Guessing’: White House Insider Michael Pillsbury’s Take on Trump’s Strategy

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

The Event Coincided with Trade Talks in Washington This Week Between Chinese and Us Officials. Chinese Vice-Premier Liu He, Us Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Us Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer Will Meet on Thursday to Try to Beat a March 1 Deadline for the Us to Impose More Tariffs on Chinese Imports.

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Global Business & E-Commerce Reporter

Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.

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