Former USTR Official Gold on Turkey, China

The video discusses the economic and political tensions between the US and Turkey, focusing on trade relations and the impact of tariffs on the Turkish economy. It highlights Turkey's economic vulnerabilities and potential shifts in alliances towards Russia and China. The implications of US actions on NATO and global alliances are examined, along with the ongoing US-China trade tensions and the challenges posed by intellectual property rights violations.

What was the impact of President Trump's tariffs on Turkish steel and aluminum?

• It caused a further drop in the Turkish lira.

• It strengthened the Turkish economy.

• It had no effect on the Turkish economy.

• It improved US-Turkey relations.

How might Turkey's economic struggles affect its international alliances?

• Turkey will join the European Union.

• Turkey might seek financial support from China.

• Turkey may strengthen its ties with the US.

• Turkey will become self-sufficient.

What is a potential consequence of Turkey shifting its alliances towards Russia?

• Increased geopolitical tension for the US.

• Strengthened NATO alliance.

• Improved US-Turkey relations.

• Economic growth for Turkey.

What was the US's justification for calling out China in trade disputes?

• China's environmental policies.

• China's immigration policies.

• China's violation of US military agreements.

• China's theft of US intellectual property.

What is a major challenge in resolving the US-China trade tensions?

• Trump's actions outside the WTO framework.

• US's economic dependence on China.

• Lack of communication between the countries.

• China's refusal to negotiate.