#64- Arthur Kroeber: How China Became The World's Undisputed Industrial Superpower

In this episode of The Front Row Podcast, host Keith Yap interviews Arthur Kroeber, a founding partner and head researcher at Gavekal Research, about China's economic policies and technological advancements. The discussion covers the recent five-year plan, the Made in China 2025 initiative, and China's approach to industrial policy, including the role of subsidies and competition. Kroeber contrasts China's manufacturing success with the U.S.'s focus on financial efficiency, touching on the U.S.-China trade relationship and potential future scenarios, and concludes with advice for fresh graduates entering the workforce, emphasizing open-mindedness and a positive perspective.