World Questions Global Questions: China on the world stage
Mar 31, 2019
Victor Gao, a senior Chinese commentator and former interpreter for Deng Xiaoping, joins Susan Thornton, a former U.S. diplomat, Parag Khanna, a strategic global analyst, and Alvin Yeung, a pro-democracy politician from Hong Kong. The discussion revolves around the cooling Chinese economy and its impact on global trade. They dive into the complexities of the US-China trade war, the implications of the Belt and Road Initiative, and the challenges of Hong Kong's autonomy amidst protests. The panel debates China's global image and long-term ambitions in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.
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Tariffs Hurt Both Powers
- Trade wars damage both sides and undermine national interests rather than solve structural problems.
- Victor Gao argues China and the US must move from tariffs to constructive engagement and dialogue.
China's Move Toward Tech Substitution
- China may pursue 'permanent substitution' to avoid importing critical US technologies.
- Parag Khanna warns this strategy will harm long-run American trade interests by shifting suppliers regionally.
Prove Security Claims With Evidence
- If the US accuses Huawei of security risks, it should present concrete evidence to convince allies.
- Victor Gao insists allegations must be substantiated to uphold the presumption of innocence.