Biden Administration 'Tougher' on China Issues Than Trump's: Niall Ferguson

The transcript discusses the US's ambiguous policy towards Taiwan, highlighting the historical context and recent developments. It examines China's growing power and its implications for Taiwan's autonomy. The US's rhetoric and policy continuity from the Trump to Biden administration are analyzed, with a focus on human rights and democracy issues. The concept of the Thucydides Trap is explored, considering the potential for conflict between the US and China over Taiwan.

How has the Biden administration's approach to China differed from that of the Trump administration?

What role does Taiwan play in the global semiconductor manufacturing industry?

What are the potential risks of underestimating each other's resolve in US-China relations?