U.S. to Blacklist Dozens of China Firms, Reuters Says

The transcript discusses the addition of Chinese companies, including SMIC, to a trade blacklist by the Trump administration. This move is seen as an attempt to solidify Trump's tough stance on China before leaving office. The impact on Chinese companies and potential further escalations are considered, along with the challenges this presents for the incoming Biden administration in terms of enforcement and interpretation of executive orders.

What is the primary reason for the Trump administration's potential addition of Chinese companies to a trade blacklist?

• To reduce tariffs on Chinese goods

• To reinforce Trump's tough stance on China

• To support Chinese military-affiliated companies

• To improve trade relations with China

Which company is highlighted as being under pressure due to the potential blacklist?

• Huawei

• Tencent

• SMIC

• Alibaba

What uncertainty is mentioned regarding the potential blacklist?

• The exact number of companies affected

• The reaction of the Chinese government

• The confirmation of the news by Bloomberg

• The impact on US companies

What challenge does the Biden administration face concerning the blacklist?

• Supporting Chinese economic growth

• Reducing trade with European countries

• Increasing the number of companies on the list

• Deciding on the enforcement of the blacklist

What is a key consideration for the Biden administration regarding the blacklist?

• Whether to include only parent companies or all subsidiaries

• How to increase the number of companies on the list

• How to improve relations with Russia

• Whether to remove all companies from the list