Documents tagged "War"
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HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026887.txt
In summary, Robert Lawrence Kuhn discusses China's retaliatory tariffs on US imports as the trade war escalates between the two countries. He notes that China has signaled a ratcheting down of the escalation rather than further escalation and explains that maintaining economic growth and national pride are crucial to the legitimacy of China's government. The author also highlights the potential impact of the tariffs on both economies, noting that they are suboptimal for all countries involved.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026877.txt
The document discusses the trade war between the United States and China, with Robert Lawrence Kuhn, an advisor to Chinese leaders and corporations, providing insights on the situation from his perspective in Beijing. He explains that China views economic ties as essential for peace and prosperity, and while it recognizes the need to address issues through discussion rather than confrontation, it cannot appear weak or unresponsive. Additionally, he highlights the importance of economic growth and national rejuvenation in maintaining the legitimacy of the Chinese government and Communist Party. Kuhn also notes that China's response to the US tariffs is carefully calibrated, focusing on proportional retaliation with a $60 billion tariff rather than a dollar-for-dollar match.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026868.txt
The document discusses trade relations between China and the US in the context of a potential trade war. Robert Lawrence Kuhn, a long-time advisor to China's leaders, is interviewed on CNN. He explains that while China needs to take a strong public stance against tariffs imposed by the US, behind the scenes there is a desire for a solution that avoids conflict and can be reached through dialogue. The interview emphasizes the importance of economic development and national pride in Chinese politics, as well as the potential impact of foreign powers on China's psyche.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026317.txt
The document contains an email exchange between Robert Kuhn and Jeffrey E. regarding two commentaries on the US-China trade war from CNBC and Fox Business. The sender of the email is requesting a meeting with Peter Getzels, Closer To Truth producer/director to discuss his feedback on their project called "Radical Breakthroughs". The recipient, Jeffrey E., expresses uncertainty about returning to New York this week. In addition to that, the sender has attached highlights of the progress made on the "Radical Breakthrough Development Work" and provided links to articles related to the US-China trade war from CNN.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_025328.txt
Bob Fass is an 85-year-old radio host who has been hosting "Radio Unnameable" on WBAI-FM since 1963. He is known for his late-night show, which has covered a wide range of topics and often involved unusual episodes. However, lately, Mr. Fass's life has begun to mirror the craziness of his show, as he and his wife attempted to move out of their Staten Island home but faced various mishaps including a house fire that left them with smoke inhalation injuries.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_024997.txt
The UN report on the Mavi Marmara incident was finally published and supports Israel's stance on the incident, leading to a legal justification for their Gaza policy. Turkey sought to use the report as an asset in its foreign policy towards Israel, but it is no longer useful for them. Cenap Çakmak discusses the UN report and Turkish foreign policy in this article.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023707.txt
The U.S. and China have agreed to pause their trade war, with Robert Lawrence Kuhn stating that both sides are interpreting the deal differently. The Chinese look at the status quo as good for both sides, while the Americans have critical issues to address such as open markets, IP protection, forced technology transfer, and cyber security/cyber theft. However, they have different interpretations of events, with the spy plane collision in 2001 being a notable example. The pause will allow time for negotiations and give China an opportunity to celebrate its 40th anniversary of reform and opening up.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_023458.txt
The document contains four articles from various publications discussing key geopolitical events and their implications. The Wall Street Journal article highlights the emerging tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which are reminiscent of a new Cold War. The New York Post piece focuses on the unrest in Syria, while The American Interest article discusses political order in Egypt following the ousting of President Hosni Mubarak. Finally, the NYT article covers the budget debate in the United States.
HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_015675.txt
Alan Turing invented the computer and helped win World War II by breaking the Enigma code. He left us with one of the greatest puzzles of our time: are humans simply computers or more than that? Many scientists think we have a tenuous hold on being the most intelligent beings on the planet and that it's just a matter of time before computers become smarter than us. This book charts a journey through the science of information, from the origins of language and logic to the frontiers of modern physics. The author, James Tagg, is an inventor and entrepreneur who has founded several companies and holds numerous patents.