Business Daily How prepared is China for a new trade war?
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May 6, 2025 The podcast dives into the escalating trade war between China and the United States, uncovering the stark reality behind China's resilient facade. It highlights the rising tariffs impacting Chinese exporters and the increasing unemployment pressures within factories. Perspectives from economists reveal a growing nationalism among citizens amid economic uncertainty. The discussion also focuses on the strategies the Chinese government is implementing to support small businesses and mitigate job losses, while American consumers brace for potential supply chain disruptions.
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Shift to Nationalistic Defiance
- Chinese public sentiment shifted from discontent to nationalistic defiance against the US amid trade tensions.
- This change is driven by economic pain redirected from internal grievances to external targets.
Tariffs Impact Chinese Economy
- Tariffs have begun to cause tangible harm to Chinese factories, weakening export orders and lowering GDP growth forecasts.
- The end of frontloading shows the trade war's escalation now directly impacts economic performance.
Factory Halt After Tariff Rise
- Shenzhen factory stopped production as US customers halted shipments after tariff escalations.
- Attempts to shift production to Southeast Asia face delays and uncertainty due to unpredictable trade policies.