As the year ends, a partial and brief cease-fire seems imminent in U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war on the world.
The United States and China may sign a deal as early as next month. But make no mistake: The protectionist impulse behind the trade war remains as ineradicable as ever.
Nor should it be forgotten that economic nationalism has guided the destiny of all major nations since the 19th century.
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