David Perdue Confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to China

The U.S. Senate has confirmed former Sen. David Perdue as ambassador to China with a 67-29 vote, amid intensifying trade and strategic tensions. Perdue, a former business executive and Trump ally, takes the role during a fierce trade war, with the U.S. imposing a 145% tariff on Chinese imports and China retaliating with a 125% tariff on U.S. products. In his confirmation hearing, Perdue highlighted concerns over China's 'Marxist nationalism,' military expansion, and Belt and Road Initiative, pledging to pursue reciprocity and security agreements with Beijing. He contrasted his current tough stance with more conciliatory views he reportedly held as a senator. Perdue emphasized that the Trump administration's 'America First' policy aims to rebuild U.S. supply chains and alliances, not promote isolationism. His appointment is the first in a series of ambassadorial confirmations expected soon.