In this episode of the Odd Lots podcast, hosts Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway interview Cameron Johnson of Tidalwave Solutions about the state of Chinese manufacturing and its response to US trade policies. The discussion covers the impact of tariffs on supply chains, the shifting of lower-quality production to countries like Vietnam, and China's growing dominance in AI and technology. Johnson emphasizes China's focus on building complete supply chain ecosystems and its strategic approach to global expansion, while also addressing concerns about overcapacity and the effects of US policies on Southeast Asian countries. The conversation explores the complexities of international trade, the challenges of replicating China's manufacturing expertise, and the potential consequences of current trade strategies.
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