The trade war has probably lowered Chinese demand for Australian exports by curbing investment in factories and warehouses. But the trade tensions have contributed to the weakening of the Australian dollar, which is boosting net trade. While a further increase in US tariffs on Chinese imports will increase the strain on China’s economy, the Australian economy should weather the storm.
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