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May 2024
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Protectionism - Listen to episode 1 of R...

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Listen to the first episode of our new podcast. Host Carmel Crimmins and China bureau chief Kevin Krolicki discuss recent moves by the US to impose tariffs on China’s hot industry – EVs. What is protectionism versus good local policy, how have we arrived at this point, and what does it all mean for consumers and the planet? Plus, we take you on a ride to a r ... Show More
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