Topic: China 2025

3 chapters across the catalog

R9X
Episode 1377 55:51 - 57:33

1377: R9X

China 2025, Global Economic Dominance

The "Made in China 2025" initiative is discussed as a strategic plan for China to dominate ten critical economic sectors, including aircraft and semiconductors. Historical analysis suggests that the Trump administration's use of American economic power forced a temporary retreat by the Chinese. However, under the Biden administration, these industrial policies are seen as returning to the forefront.

Warm Hand-Off
Episode 1023 2:30:01 - 2:32:28

1023: Warm Hand-Off

China 2025, Industrial Policy Strategy

Gordon Chang, author of "The Coming Collapse of China," discusses the "Made in China 2025" strategy, which aims to dominate ten critical industrial sectors including aircraft and semiconductors. The Trump administration is viewed as the first to actively challenge this industrial policy. Analysts suggest that the Chinese economy's dependence on the U.S. market may force them to scale back these ambitions.

Bully Box
Episode 912 2:56:50 - 2:59:33

912: Bully Box

Married Priests, China 2025, and Show Outro

Pope Francis signaled he would consider allowing married men to become priests in specific areas facing clergy shortages. Meanwhile, China announced its "Made in China 2025" strategy to become a global manufacturing powerhouse. The hosts sign off from Austin during the South by Southwest festival.