In this episode, Stan hosts Edward Alden, a senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and an expert on trade and trade policy. The discussion dives deep into President Trump's approach to tariffs and trade, examining the strategic rationale, economic impact, and international relations fallout.They discuss the historical context of the global trade order, the complexities of modern economic policies, and the potential long-term consequences for the U.S. economy and its global alliances. Through a critical lens, Alden and Stan explore whether Trump's tariff strategies are beneficial or detrimental, touching on specific examples like China's role and the contentious nature of the administration's negotiation tactics.
00:00 Introduction to Tariffs and Trade Policy
00:37 Meet Ed Alden: Trade Policy Expert
01:18 Trump's Trade War: An Overview01:49 Historical Context of Global Trade
03:33 Trump's Trade Philosophy and Goals
05:40 Impact of Tariffs on the Economy
07:24 Trump's Personal Involvement in Trade Negotiations
08:27 Market Reactions and Economic Predictions
14:27 Transactional Trade Deals vs. Strategic Agreements
19:53 Challenges and Future of US Trade Policy
25:16 Discussing Trump's Simplistic Approach to Complex Problems
25:23 The Elephant in the Room: US-China Trade Relations
25:30 Trump's Strategy: Building a Wall Around China?
26:32 Biden's Coordinated Approach vs. Trump's Unilateral Actions
28:30 The Consequences of Alienating Allies
30:38 China's Strategic Win Amidst US Trade Policies
32:46 China's Subtle Violations of Trade Rules
36:04 The Rare Earth Minerals Negotiation
38:30 Taiwan and Semiconductors: A Parallel Issue
41:13 Congress's Abdication of Trade Authority
44:27 The Historical Context of Tariffs
50:24 Advising Trump on a Strategic Trade Approach
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