AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Today, Explained
The end of Made in China?
Jun 26, 2024
Katherine Tai, the United States Trade Representative, discusses the Biden administration's strategy on trade with China, shedding light on the recent tariff increases and their economic implications. Dylan Matthews, a Vox correspondent, provides insights on how these changes may impact American consumers and domestic manufacturing. The conversation highlights the shift in U.S. trade policy from free trade principles toward prioritizing domestic workers, raising questions about the future of global commerce and consumer prices.
25:20
Episode guests
AI Summary
Highlights
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- President Biden raised tariffs on Chinese imports to address unfair trade practices, aiming for negotiation leverage.
- Biden administration shifts focus to prioritize workers and domestic industries while balancing free trade principles.
Deep dives
The Trade War Between the US and China
President Trump initiated a trade war with China in 2018, imposing tariffs on Chinese goods that led to increased prices on apparel, some food products, and even American flags. China retaliated, particularly impacting American farmers. Despite initial criticism, President Biden maintained most of these tariffs upon taking office and further raised them on certain products, aligning with a strategy focused on addressing unfair trade practices.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode