China’s Measures Part of Domestic Propaganda Push, Says Trivium China’s Polk

The transcript discusses China's recent economic measures against the US, including rare earths, travel advisories, and blacklists, which are seen as part of a domestic propaganda strategy. These actions are carefully crafted to avoid escalation but may unintentionally lead to it. The significance of diplomatic meetings at the G20 is highlighted, emphasizing the need for head-of-state discussions. The effectiveness of using tourism as an economic weapon is debated, with comparisons to past actions against South Korea.

What measures has China taken recently to communicate its stance to the US?

How does the Chinese leadership's domestic propaganda influence their actions towards the US?

What is the significance of the travel advisory issued by China?

In what ways has the use of tourism as an economic weapon been effective in the past?

Why might the effectiveness of economic measures differ between the US and smaller economies like South Korea?