Let’s begin this trade war insanity with a lesson:  A “zero-sum” situation happens when the sought resource is limited, such as water, some product, or a trophy.  It’s a win-lose situation, demanding competitive skills to win.

A “non-zero-sum” situation means there’s enough for both parties.  If my wife earns more money than I do, or if my kids get better grades than I did, I can rejoice.  It’s a win-win, not a competition.  Now, the lesson:

Competitive tactics in a non-zero-sum situation

invariably lead to a lose-lose outcome!… Keep reading