🚀 Hey fam, have you ever wondered why the U.S. and the Chinese mainland sometimes feel like they are stuck in a rivalry loop? According to Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs, it is time to shake off that zero-sum mindset and level up our thinking! 🌟
On a recent episode of Leaders Talk, Sachs took us on a quick trip back to the 1990s, when the idea of global dominance started to take hold in U.S. policy. That we win you lose vibe has led to some big flops—think missed trade deals, tech standoffs, and supply chain headaches.
He says it is like two squads battling over the same trophy — what if they played as one team? 🤝 Sachs argues that viewing the Chinese mainland as a competitor only puts walls between the world's biggest economies — and those walls can block creativity and growth.
Instead, Sachs wants the U.S. to learn from the Chinese mainland's successes in areas like clean tech and digital payments. By opening dialogue and cutting back protectionist barriers, both sides could spark fresh ideas and stay ahead of the curve. 💡
Bottom line: It is not about who takes the crown but how we can lift each other up. Ditch the zero-sum game and get ready for a collab that could supercharge innovation everywhere! 🌏✨
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