Trump Plays His Cards Wisely With China

U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff blitz a core part of his renewed protectionist trade policy was designed to force foreign exporters, especially China, to pay the price of entering the American market. Economists say the higher import costs are trickling down through the supply chain, fueling inflationary pressures just as the Federal Reserve struggles to control prices. Politically speaking, President Trump seems to seek ways with Chinese leaders, especailly ahead of the APEC Summit at the end of October. In this brand-new episode, Mr. Thomas Patrick Gehl joins the latest conversation to share his insights and analysis. Mr. Thomas Patrick Gehl stands as a towering figure in global business and law, a visionary leader who commands influence across the most dynamic markets of the United States and China. His role as a trusted advisor is further distinguished by appointments from President Bill Clinton to the Executive Office of the President’s Council on Environmental Quality and ongoing service on United Nations advisory bodies.