U.S. CEOs No Longer Are Biggest Advocates for Positive Ties With China, Manuel Says

The transcript discusses the strategic moves by the US against China, focusing on Huawei and trade negotiations. It highlights the complexities of the trade talks, including issues like intellectual property and cyber theft. The discussion also touches on the role of reformers in China and the leadership styles of Xi Jinping and Donald Trump, emphasizing the challenges in reaching a trade agreement by the March 1st deadline.

What is one of the main reasons for the US's strategic moves against China?

• To improve relations with Iran

• To address allegations against Huawei

• To support Chinese state-owned enterprises

• To reduce US tariffs on Chinese goods

Which issue is NOT part of the US-China trade negotiations?

• Subsidies to state-owned enterprises

• Forced joint ventures

• Cyber theft of American trade secrets

• US military presence in Asia

What is a significant challenge in reaching a trade agreement by March 1st?

• Complex and thorny issues requiring structural change

• Lack of interest from the US

• US focus on military strategies

• China's unwillingness to discuss issues

How might reformers in China benefit from the trade negotiations?

• By increasing subsidies to state-owned enterprises

• By reducing innovation in the tech sector

• By curbing subsidies and promoting intellectual property protection

• By focusing on traditional growth methods

What leadership style is shared by both President Xi Jinping and President Donald Trump?

• Focusing on environmental policies

• Promoting global free trade

• Taking their own counsel

• Relying heavily on advisers