I understand that Trump aimed to change trade policies and raise tariffs, but there were more diplomatic approaches he could have taken, such as organizing meetings with trade ministers or communicating through U.S. trade missions and embassies. His accusations against other countries for using unfair trade practices and "ripping off" the U.S. for years seem excessive. In trade, buyers and sellers negotiate prices and quality, and once both parties reach a satisfactory agreement, the transaction proceeds—that’s the nature of business. Additionally, it’s difficult to intimidate a powerful country with significant bargaining power. Resorting to bullying tactics and using inappropriate language against allies to appeal to his base is not a mature way to conduct diplomacy.