NEC's Kudlow Says China Tariff Hikes 'Still on the Table'

NEC's Kudlow Says China Tariff Hikes 'Still on the Table'

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The transcript discusses ongoing US-China trade negotiations, focusing on tariffs and potential concessions. President Trump may reconsider tariffs based on phase one progress. The decision-making process involves key trade group members, with final decisions resting with the President. The phase one agreement is seen as a significant breakthrough, with a focus on segmenting negotiations for better outcomes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the ongoing trade negotiations between the US and China?

Adjustments to tariffs based on phase one progress

The removal of all existing tariffs

The introduction of new tariffs

The completion of phase two

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who are the key figures involved in the discussions mentioned in the second section?

The Trade Principles Group and the Chinese Premier

The Secretary of State and the Ambassador

Mnuchin, Light Heiser, and the Vice Premier

President Trump and Larry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's stance on revealing the specifics of the concessions required from China?

The speaker provides a detailed list

The speaker hints at the specifics

The speaker refrains from revealing specifics

The speaker denies any concessions are needed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategic change in President Trump's approach to trade negotiations is highlighted in the final section?

Breaking negotiations into phases

Eliminating all tariffs at once

Increasing tariffs immediately

Focusing on a comprehensive deal

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's view on predicting long-term outcomes of the trade negotiations?

The speaker is confident in long-term predictions

The speaker has no opinion on long-term outcomes

The speaker prefers to focus on immediate goals

The speaker believes long-term predictions are unnecessary