The potential re-election of Donald Trump poses risks to US-China relations, particularly regarding trade tariffs. However, China may leverage its ties with Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, as Musk’s company is heavily reliant on the Chinese market. Analysts suggest that as long as Musk maintains a close relationship with the White House, conflict may be mitigated. Nevertheless, Trump’s intentions to impose high tariffs raise concerns about the implications for businesses like Tesla, which has made significant investments in China.