1. TRADING WITH THE DRAGON.
- Author
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Schadlow, Nadia
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UNFAIR competition , *NATIONAL security , *INDUSTRIAL policy , *PRESIDENTIAL administrations , *COLLATERAL security , *DRAGONS - Abstract
The article discusses the need for the United States to reduce its dependence on China in order to protect national security interests and restore American manufacturing capabilities. It highlights the vulnerabilities exposed by interdependent economies during wars and the pandemic. The rise of China as an adversarial state has prompted a geopolitical awakening that requires balancing globalization with national security. The article also explores China's strategic goals and unfair trade practices, as well as the need for greater government involvement in addressing these challenges. The Biden administration is pursuing a strategy to decrease American dependence on China, focusing on key sectors and strategic investments. The article concludes by suggesting four broad approaches to industrial policy that could help address these issues. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2024