Ross Cullen

Ross Cullen, a reporter covering the Paris Auto Show, sheds light on the bustling Canton Fair in Guangzhou, which hosts nearly 4,600 companies for the first time. He discusses the impact of new EU tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, raising concerns for local manufacturers. The podcast also touches on South Korea's response to North Korea's recent actions, along with China's ongoing diplomatic engagement with both Israel and Iran, highlighting the broader implications for global trade and security.

Joining the discussion are Natalie Carney, a reporter on EU tariffs and Chinese electric vehicles, Ross Cullen, covering the Paris Auto Show's electric vehicle trends, Ann Chung, focusing on Hong Kong's economic policies, and Sabrina Singh, the Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary. They delve into the implications of U.S. troops arriving in Israel with THAAD components, address the impact of trade tensions between China and Europe, and explore economic reforms in Hong Kong that aim for growth amid geopolitical challenges.