Stephen Olson
Stephen Olson is a former U.S. trade negotiator known for his expertise in international trade relations and policy. He has provided insights into the complexities of trade agreements, particularly in the context of U.S.-China relations and the implications for other nations, including Vietnam. In a recent discussion, he analyzed Vietnam's diplomatic strategies in light of potential U.S. tariffs, drawing comparisons to the successful approach of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who cultivated a personal relationship with Donald Trump largely through their shared love of golf.
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Stephen Olson commented on the monetization of US trade policy regarding exports to China.
US-China trade truce deadline looms threatening escalation of economic tensions | Trump tariffs
United Kingdom· 2025-08-11
Stephen Olson criticized the U.S.-EU trade agreement as highly protectionist.
Trump está vencendo sua guerra comercial. O que isso significa para a economia?
Liechtenstein· 2025-07-30
Stephen Olson, visiting senior fellow at ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore, said Rubio had 'the unenviable position of trying to reassure southeast Asian partners'.
Rubio in bind as he seeks to reassure Asia, even as region faces punishing Trump tariffs | TariffsUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-11
Stephen Olson, a former US trade negotiator, notes that the US intends to use these deals to apply pressure on China.
Is Trump tariff deal really a win for Vietnam – or a way of punishing China? | VietnamUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-07
Stephen Olson stated that both sides see this as a time to negotiate without being perceived as conceding to the other.
Động lực thúc đẩy Mỹ - Trung đàm phán thương mại
Vietnam· 2025-05-10
Stephen Olson is a senior visiting fellow at Singapore's ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute.
The countries are finally talking but why now?United Kingdom· 2025-05-10
Stephen Olson remarked that the systemic frictions between the US and China will not be resolved anytime soon.
Donald Trump sugerează că tarifele impuse Chinei ar putea scădea. Încep discuții capitale în Elveția
Romania· 2025-05-09
Former US trade negotiator, Stephen Olson, said the systemic frictions between the US and China will not be resolved any time soon.
Trump hints tariffs on China may drop as talks set to beginUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-09Stephen Olson, a former US trade negotiator, who is now a visiting senior fellow at the ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute.
Xi Jinping seeks to strengthen economic ties during tour of south-east Asia | ChinaUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-13
Stephen Olson warned that Trump's new policies could force ASEAN countries to reconsider their relationships with the US.
Dunia Terhantam Palu Trump kepada China
Indonesia· 2025-04-05
Former US trade negotiator Stephen Olson noted that Vietnam was clearly targeted by Trump due to its role in circumventing tariffs.
Are Trump Asia tariffs a 'full-frontal assault' on China?United Kingdom· 2025-04-03
Stephen Olson, a former US trade negotiator, commented on Vietnam's diplomatic approach to the US.
Can Vietnam golf its way out of new US import taxes?United Kingdom· 2025-03-27
