Ian Bremmer on China Trade Talks, North Korea

The video discusses the Hong Kong protests, highlighting the political pressure on Carrie Lam and Xi Jinping. It explores China's internal challenges and the impact of US-China trade tensions. The video also covers US-North Korea relations, focusing on Trump's diplomatic strategies and the implications for the 2020 US election.

What was the nature of the protests in Hong Kong as described in the video?

• Violent and chaotic

• Supported by the Chinese military

• Peaceful with minimal civil disobedience

• Completely ignored by the government

What internal challenges does Xi Jinping face according to the video?

• Opposition from local governments

• Lack of support from the military

• Economic sanctions from Europe

• Pressure from the Communist Party elites

What was a significant outcome of the Osaka meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump?

• A new military alliance

• An agreement on climate change

• A temporary ceasefire in the trade war

• Complete removal of tariffs

What is the current status of U.S.-North Korea relations as mentioned in the video?

• Ongoing military exercises

• Formal peace treaty signed

• Complete denuclearization

• Informal freeze on military activities

How has President Trump approached relations with North Korea?

• By ignoring Kim Jong Un

• By focusing on human rights issues

• By providing legitimacy to Kim Jong Un

• By imposing strict sanctions

What geopolitical strategy is President Trump likely considering for the 2020 elections?

• Finalizing deals closer to the election for market impact

• Strengthening military alliances

• Focusing solely on domestic issues

• Avoiding any international deals

What role does the 2020 U.S. election play in Trump's international negotiations?

• It has no impact

• It pressures him to finalize deals

• It encourages him to delay negotiations

• It leads to increased military actions