Officials Said Searching for U.S. Buyer for Westinghouse

The transcript discusses the concerns over the potential sale of Westinghouse, a nuclear unit of Toshiba, to Chinese buyers. The US government is actively seeking an American or allied buyer to prevent Chinese acquisition due to national security concerns. Various strategies are being considered, including blocking the sale or encouraging alternative bids. Meanwhile, Toshiba is facing financial difficulties, leading to the sale of its semiconductor unit to manage losses.

What is the primary concern of the U.S. government regarding the sale of Westinghouse?

• Increased competition in the nuclear sector

• Environmental impact

• National security risks

• Loss of jobs in the U.S.

Which administration is actively seeking an American or allied buyer for Westinghouse?

• Biden administration

• Bush administration

• Trump administration

• Obama administration

What is one of the strategies mentioned to prevent a Chinese acquisition of Westinghouse?

• Blocking the sale

• Increasing tariffs on Chinese goods

• Partnering with European companies

• Reducing nuclear production

What financial issue is Toshiba facing due to Westinghouse's bankruptcy?

• Increased competition

• Regulatory fines

• Loss of key executives

• Multi-billion dollar losses

What is Toshiba considering selling to alleviate its financial issues?

• Its nuclear division

• Its semiconductor unit

• Its real estate assets

• Its automotive division