"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg Comparing Trump, Biden, and Obama's China Strategies
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Oct 18, 2024 Dive into the ever-changing landscape of U.S.-China relations over the past two decades. Discover how Obama's engagement strategy differs from Trump's confrontational turn. Explore Biden's attempts to navigate these complex waters with a constructive approach. Uncover the financial challenges Trump faces and how they impact his political stance on China, alongside China's historical influence on dissenting voices. It's a riveting exploration of past and present policies that shapes the future of international relations.
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Biden's Constructive Approach
- Biden's China policy builds on Trump's foundation but is more constructive.
- It emphasizes industrial policy, increased export controls, and tariffs, aiming to rebuild and compete.
Trump's Paradigm Shift
- Trump's China strategy was a paradigm shift, employing tariffs, export controls, and aggressive rhetoric.
- While his approach changed the conversation, its effectiveness was limited.
Obama's Engagement Strategy
- Obama's China strategy focused on engagement, hoping for a more democratic and open China.
- This approach, based on the idea that the US could out-innovate China, ultimately proved ineffective.
