TMI Show Ep 120: “China’s Economic Surge & US Trade Tensions”

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Tune into “The TMI Show” with hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan, featuring guest KJ Noh, as they dive into China’s latest economic numbers and sizzling US-China topics! KJ Noh is a journalist, political analyst, and peace activist specializing in Asia-Pacific geopolitics, contributing to outlets like CounterPunch, Dissident Voice, and KPFA Flashpoints.

Freshly released data from China’s National Bureau of Statistics reveals 5% GDP growth for 2024, hitting the government’s target with a robust 5.4% Q4 surge, fueled by stimulus measures and export booms. But whispers of skepticism linger—analysts like Rhodium Group peg growth closer to 2.8%, citing overstated figures and a shaky property sector. With deflation persisting and consumer confidence wobbling, what’s the real story behind China’s economic engine?

We unpack these numbers, exploring the impact of Beijing’s push for consumption-led growth and looming challenges like youth unemployment and a trillion-dollar trade surplus.

Switching gears, the conversation heats up with US-China tensions, spotlighting President Trump’s threatened 60% tariffs and China’s retaliatory 125% duties. How will these trade war salvos reshape global markets? From semiconductor dominance to geopolitical chess moves, KJ Noh brings sharp insights to the table.

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