Einar Tangen

Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow at the Teihe Institute and CIGI, dives into critical issues facing the U.S. economy and geopolitics. He critiques Trump's instinct-driven approach as lacking coherent strategy. Tangen raises concerns about the sustainability of the AI investment boom, citing risks tied to revenue and energy. He also highlights America's dependency on China for rare earths and the long path to rebuilding domestic capacity. The discussion touches on tariffs, China's manufacturing edge, and how countries like India navigate U.S. pressures.

Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow at Teihe Institute and CIGI, dives into the complex dynamics of U.S.-Japan-China relations. He argues that the U.S. is exacerbating tensions between Japan and China, influenced by past economic conflicts. Tangen highlights the dangers of accidental war due to miscalculation and discusses the generational differences in attitudes towards conflict. He also critiques U.S. economic vulnerabilities and proposes a multipolar approach involving Europe and BRICS to mitigate coercive policies.

Einar Tangen, a Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute, dives into China’s economic strategies and the pivotal role of rare earth minerals in global supply chains. He discusses how China strengthens its position by limiting access to these critical materials, while also highlighting the risks of such maneuvers prompting countries to diversify away from reliance on China. Tangen critiques Western reactions and explores the implications of shifting to a multipolar economic landscape, shedding light on the complexities of global trade and national security.