Huawei CFO's Arrest Thrusts Chinese Tech Champion Into Trade War

The transcript discusses the arrest of Huawei's CFO in Vancouver, Canada, which has caused significant outrage in China. The arrest is linked to potential violations of US sanctions against Iran, and there is a request for her extradition to the US. The US Justice Department had begun investigating Huawei for these violations. China's reaction has been one of strong disapproval, viewing the arrest as a breach of international standards. This incident complicates the ongoing US-China trade negotiations, which had recently seen a 90-day truce agreed upon at the G20 summit.

What is the primary reason for the outrage in China regarding the arrest in Vancouver?

• The imposition of new tariffs on Chinese goods

• The arrest of Huawei's CFO, who is also the founder's daughter

• The cancellation of a trade agreement

• The arrest of a Canadian citizen in China

What potential violation is the U.S. Justice Department investigating Huawei for?

• Tax evasion

• Cybersecurity breaches

• Violating U.S. sanctions against Iran

• Intellectual property theft

What has the U.S. requested regarding the Huawei executive?

• Her immediate release

• Her extradition to the U.S.

• A public apology from China

• A reduction in tariffs

What recent international agreement could be affected by the arrest?

• The G20 summit's 90-day trade truce

• The NATO defense pact

• The Paris Climate Agreement

• The UN Human Rights Convention

What was agreed upon at the G20 summit regarding U.S.-China trade relations?

• A permanent end to all tariffs

• A 90-day truce with no additional tariffs

• An increase in tariffs on Chinese goods

• A new trade agreement with Europe