From Underdog to Innovator: China’s High-Tech Ascent Amid Trade Tensions
In this episode, Foord portfolio managers Brian Arcese and JC Xue discuss the recent US-China 90-day tariff rollback and what it means for the future of trade and investment. They explore China’s shift toward high-tech innovation despite sanctions and how this is reshaping the country’s economy and long-term growth prospects.
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