trade dispute; trade conflict; trade war
Refers to disagreements between countries over trade policies, tariffs, or practices, ranging from formal disputes to full-scale trade wars.
The US-China trade dispute had a major impact on the global economy.
The two countries continue negotiations to resolve the trade conflict.
貿易摩擦 (trade friction) often implies ongoing tensions or minor disputes, while 貿易紛争 can refer to more formal or escalated conflicts.
Compound of 貿易 (trade) and 紛争 (dispute, conflict).