The Trade Guys
CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
Trade experts Scott Miller and Bill Reinsch break down the buzz around trade, how it affects policy, and how it impacts your day-to-day. The Trade Guys is a weekly podcast from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a nonpartisan think tank in Washington, D.C.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 32min
The Canadian Digital Service Tax, DMA Actions Against Apple and Meta, and Speaker Johnson's Trade Agenda
On this week's episode of the Trade Guys, we dive into the implications of the new digital service tax in Canada, unpack the latest news on EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) enforcement, and examine Speaker Mike Johnson's recent remarks on trade.
Jul 1, 2024 • 25min
The View from the Hill with Rep. Suzan DelBene
Rep. Suzan DelBene discusses the importance of trade in Washington State's economy, the impact of tariffs on households, the push for free trade agreements with Taiwan, Kenya, and the UK, and the need for bipartisan cooperation on climate change initiatives. They also explore digital regulations in trade agreements, concerns about China's trade practices, and the significance of enduring trade relationships globally.
Jun 24, 2024 • 27min
Tariff Day
This podcast delves into recent U.S. tariff actions against Chinese solar panel imports, the impact of Section 201 safeguard tariffs, circumvention tactics by exporters, free trade challenges, European tariffs on Chinese EVs, innovation in electric mobility, and American entrepreneurship in the sector.
Jun 17, 2024 • 31min
A Conversation on Customs with NFTC's John Pickel
On this week's episode of the Trade Guys, guest John Pickel of the National Foreign Trade Council joins the podcast to discuss customs, addressing risks at the source, and future supply chain trends.
Jun 11, 2024 • 31min
Global Elections, Shipping Costs, and Ambassador Tai's Op-Ed
On this week's episode of the Trade Guys, we discuss elections in India, Mexico, and South Africa, rising shipping costs due to the Red Sea crisis, and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai's recent op-ed.
Jun 3, 2024 • 33min
Checking In on UFLPA with John Foote
Legal expert John Foote from Kelley Drye & Warren discusses the challenges of enforcing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, including the complexities of supply chain compliance and the incongruities in UFLPA law enforcement. The episode explores the impact on international trade practices and future directions in combating forced labor globally.
May 28, 2024 • 32min
China's Retaliation, the Farm Bill, and Supply Chain Resilience
On this week's episode of the Trade Guys, we'll discuss China's new anti-dumping investigation, the Farm Bill's importance to trade, and government's involvement in supply chain planning.
May 21, 2024 • 35min
A New Tariff Man in Town
On this week’s episode of Trade Guys, we’ll discuss the Biden administration’s new set of tariffs on U.S. imports from China.
May 13, 2024 • 24min
USTR's Information Gathering Operation and President Xi Jinping's Visit to Europe
This week, the Trade Guys discuss USTR's information gathering operation and President Xi Jinping's trip to Europe.
May 6, 2024 • 40min
UFLPA Data, APEP Expansion, and Melamine Probe
On this week’s episode of Trade Guys, we’ll discuss Xinjiang’s rising exports despite U.S. sanctions, a potential APEP expansion, and an anti-dumping and countervailing duties probe on melamine imports.
