Economist Podcasts No way to tweet a friend: Trump’s Mexico tariffs
Jun 10, 2019
President Trump’s tariff threat successfully pushed Mexico to tighten immigration controls, raising questions about future trade relations. Meanwhile, China's ambitious Great Green Wall project to combat desertification faces criticism for its mixed results and environmental challenges. The narrative also dives into the lives of Filipino seafarers, showcasing their vital role in global shipping and the emotional toll of their work, which profoundly impacts their families back home.
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Weaponizing Tariffs
- Trump's tariff threat against Mexico was different from his China trade war.
- He used tariffs to achieve non-trade-related goals, like immigration.
Impact on China Trade War
- Trump's actions with Mexico could undermine negotiations with China.
- China may see no point in concessions if Trump might go back on his word.
Migrant Crisis
- The number of people trying to enter America illegally has tripled since last year.
- A Honduran migrant, Victor Daniel Carranza, cited lack of work and violent crime back home as his reason for traveling to the US.