U.S. Is Trying to Build Leverage Against China, Says Rock Creek's Weisel

The transcript discusses ongoing trade issues between the US and China, highlighting the Trump administration's tactics to build leverage, including the potential benefits of remaining in the TPP. It touches on the Bank of Japan's financial operations and the possibility of a trade war. The administration's plans for investment restrictions and tariffs are also examined, with a focus on their potential economic impact and the likelihood of future negotiations.

What is the nature of the issues between the Trump administration and China?

• They are issues related to the Bank of Japan.

• They are ongoing issues that remain unresolved.

• They are historical issues that have been resolved.

• They are new issues that have just emerged.

How could the Trump administration have increased its leverage against China?

• By ignoring global trade standards.

• By imposing immediate tariffs.

• By remaining in the TPP and forming a coalition.

• By withdrawing from the TPP.

What was China's initial reaction to the establishment of the TPP?

• China immediately joined the TPP.

• China viewed it as a threat aimed at encircling them.

• China was indifferent to the TPP.

• China saw it as beneficial for its economy.

What was the market's reaction to the administration's plans for investment restrictions?

• The market rose by 300 points.

• The market fell by 300 points.

• The market reacted positively.

• The market remained stable.

What decision did the administration make regarding investment restrictions?

• They decided to implement them immediately.

• They increased the restrictions further.

• They allowed Congress to legislate them.

• They ignored the market's reaction.