China Vows Strong Countermeasures as Trump Targets $200 Billion in Tariffs

China Vows Strong Countermeasures as Trump Targets $200 Billion in Tariffs

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The transcript discusses the escalating trade tensions between the US and China, focusing on the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and China's retaliatory measures. It highlights the potential impact on consumer goods and companies like Walmart and Nike. The transcript also covers the consultation period for tariffs, China's countermeasures, and the US's negotiating strategy, including comments from Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The global perspective on these trade issues is also addressed, with concerns about the approach taken by the US administration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the total value of tariffs announced by the Trump administration on Chinese imports?

$50 billion

$400 billion

$500 billion

$450 billion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which companies were mentioned as potentially impacted by the tariffs?

Apple and Google

Tesla and Ford

Walmart and Nike

Amazon and Microsoft

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What kind of measures did China reportedly take against US firms operating in China?

Increased tariffs

Banning US products

Unofficial measures like increased inspections

Reducing import quotas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major concern about the Trump administration's approach to addressing trade issues?

Ignoring domestic industries

Not involving the European Union

Lack of consultation with China

The aggressive manner of addressing issues

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticize about China's trade practices?

Environmental regulations

Currency manipulation

Forced technology transfer

High tariffs on US goods