Biggest Issue of Trade Talks Is Enforcement of Commitments, Says Paulson Institute’s Lehr

The transcript discusses recent US-China negotiations, highlighting the return to the negotiating table and the challenges of enforcement in the agreement. It explores the political context, including the impact of the US election cycle and Democratic debates. The discussion also covers Chinese negotiation tactics and the need for China to open its economy to foreign competition. The potential for future reforms and the importance of agricultural purchases are also addressed.

What challenges do the negotiators face in capturing commitments in the agreement?

In what ways have the Chinese shown expertise in negotiations according to the speaker?

What are some of the low-hanging fruit mentioned in the context of the negotiations?