Will See a Rebranding of 'Made in China 2025,' Says Crumpton Group's Blanchette

The transcript discusses the positive developments in US-China trade negotiations, including soybean purchases and the potential rebranding of 'Made in China 2025' to 'Made in China 2035'. It highlights the strategic ambitions of China and the US's efforts to contain them through various measures. The role of nationalism and public pressure in China is also examined, along with the potential for reforms under Xi Jinping.

What significant change did China make in its trade negotiations with the US?

• Reduced its military presence in the South China Sea

• Resumed significant soybean purchases

• Increased tariffs on US goods

• Banned US technology imports

What is the potential new timeline for the 'Made in China 2025' initiative?

• Made in China 2028

• Made in China 2035

• Made in China 2030

• Made in China 2040

What is a key concern regarding China's industrial policies?

• Continued subsidization of domestic industries

• Over-reliance on foreign investments

• Excessive focus on agricultural development

• Lack of technological innovation

Which of the following is part of the US strategy to contain China?

• Reducing diplomatic ties

• Implementing investment restrictions

• Increasing military bases in Asia

• Encouraging Chinese immigration

What event caused public outrage in China related to trade tensions?

• Increased tariffs on Chinese goods

• A ban on Chinese students in the US

• The arrest of a Huawei executive

• A US military exercise in the South China Sea

How does the Chinese government sometimes use nationalism?

• To promote cultural exchanges

• To justify military expansion

• To signal limited options to the public

• To encourage foreign investments

What anniversary provides historical cover for potential reforms in China?

• 20th anniversary of China's WTO entry

• 30th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square protests

• 40th anniversary of Deng Xiaoping's reforms

• 50th anniversary of the Cultural Revolution