Max Barkas

Max Barkas, former U.S. ambassador to China, shares his insights on the delicate U.S.-China tariff negotiations and President Trump's role in shaping the outcome. He discusses the implications of tariffs on global trade, while addressing the struggles small businesses face amidst these uncertainties. The conversation also turns to the plight of Syrian refugees returning to their homeland despite risks, and the staggering $131 billion cost of natural disasters this year, highlighting the urgent need for resilience in the face of climate challenges.