The Fragile Foundations of Communist China
Despite China’s economic might as a manufacturing powerhouse, the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) rules over a system built on shaky ground. The CCP lacks respect for private property, embraces authoritarian controls, and rules with an iron grip that includes arbitrary arrests, censorship, and even executions. These practices make the Chinese economy structurally vulnerable.
Even if China were to “win” a trade war against the United States, it would simultaneously be undermining itself. The global economy simply doesn’t trust the Chinese Yuan as a store of value. Investors and foreign governments don’t want to hoard Chinese assets—not because of economic weakness, but because of the CCP’s habit of nationalizing property and disregarding human rights or long-term agreements.
Taiwan: A Mirror of What Could Be
Taiwan provides a compelling contrast to mainland China. Without the CCP, Taiwan remains democratic, innovative, and economically dynamic—though perhaps slightly less efficient due to increased individual freedoms. The key difference? Taiwan respects choice and private ownership, which leads to trust and international goodwill—traits the CCP’s China lacks.
If China were governed more like Taiwan, it could have achieved an even more powerful economic position without the baggage of authoritarian control or global suspicion.
The Tariff Question: What Does 100% Really Mean?
President Trump’s proposed 100% tariff on Chinese goods is economically explosive—but complex. It’s not just a pricing war—it’s a strategic uncertainty campaign aimed at pressuring the CCP’s operational weaknesses.
If the U.S. suddenly blocks or penalizes Chinese imports—even selectively—it injects uncertainty into Chinese factory pipelines. That uncertainty alone could start shutting down Chinese operations, especially if exports slow and factory demand falls.
China has massive overhead, and if its economy stalls, it could collapse under its own weight. No amount of cheap debt can save a system that is no longer productive, especially when foreign investment and trust dry up.
Why the U.S. Is Handcuffed by Price Controls
While China has one centralized labor “union”—the Communist Party—America and most Western nations are heavily constrained by labor unions and minimum wage laws that drive up costs.
The Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA), championed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, introduced the federal minimum wage. In a fiat-based economy, this type of price control can make American manufacturing globally uncompetitive—especially when the U.S. dollar is strong.
Trump’s tariffs, therefore, may need to be erratic and unpredictable to catch the market off guard. Predictable trade policy can be countered by global actors like China. But if tariffs target non-essential imports or simply increase transactional friction, they may inflict enough pain on China’s fragile export system to cause real consequences—without crushing the U.S. economy.
China’s House of Cards: Capitalism Without Property Rights
China’s global weakness lies in its lack of moral authority and trustworthiness. No investor wants to hold Chinese debt—even at a discount—because there is no true property ownership under the CCP. Everything, including businesses, homes, and land, can be seized by the state at any moment.
This lack of secure property rights isn’t just immoral—it’s economically disastrous. The moment productivity falls, China becomes a house of cards, ready to collapse under its own bloated weight.
The Christian Foundation of Property Rights
Here’s where the discussion becomes spiritual.
The Judeo-Christian worldview—unlike communism—respects the sanctity of private property. This principle has shaped the Western rule of law and contributed to economic trust and social stability.
- China is transactional: It’s like dealing with a prostitute—predictable, cold, calculated, and without love.
- America, with all its flaws, still shows the marks of a Christ-centered society, one that respects property, fights censorship, and seeks order under God’s authority.
Even in economic chaos, the United States produces treasures because it is built upon biblical values—a spiritual asset China does not and cannot replicate.
Eternal Lessons: What the Bible Teaches About Evil
If China were to militarily or economically defeat the United States, it would ultimately be defeating itself. The Bible says:
“Evil shall slay the wicked” (Psalm 34:21)
China’s atheistic, totalitarian approach lacks the spiritual humility and moral grounding that leads to lasting peace. Historically, before the rise of Christian values, land ownership and peace were determined by brute force. Property rights were granted only to the strong.
Christian values changed that narrative, teaching that:
- All land belongs to God
- Ownership is stewardship, not domination
- True peace comes from loving your neighbor, not conquering them
When the CCP insists that all land belongs to the Party, it invites rebellion, international isolation, and moral decay.
Trade War Update: Trump vs. Xi
Recently, Trump declared a 100% tariff on Chinese imports, while also threatening export controls on sensitive software. This came in response to China’s tightening of rare earth export rules and new port fees on U.S.-related ships.
China, meanwhile, is investigating U.S. tech firm Qualcomm and delaying its acquisition of another chipmaker—signaling retaliation. These economic skirmishes are layered and strategic. Both sides are maneuvering to gain leverage ahead of a potential summit.
Experts note:
- China believes it has a higher pain tolerance than the U.S.
- Rare earth restrictions target America’s defense industry, which could force the U.S. to negotiate
- Talks are likely imminent, even if the Trump-Xi meeting remains uncertain
Final Word: Choose a Foundation That Won’t Collapse
In the end, this isn’t just about economics or politics—it’s about values.
- China’s communist model is unsustainable because it lacks love, freedom, and respect for life and property.
- America’s struggles are real, but its biblical foundation still gives it hope and resilience.
- True strength is found not in tariffs, but in truth.
Consider Making Jesus Christ Your Lord and Savior Today
Jesus offers not just economic wisdom—but eternal salvation. The foundation of Christian civilization isn’t gold, dollars, or oil—it’s the Word of God.
Through Christ, we inherit:
- True ownership through stewardship
- Liberty guided by law
- Justice tempered with mercy
Unlike the CCP, Jesus doesn’t take—He gives.
