In a fresh episode of Leaders Talk, Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs dropped some major insights on relations between the US and the Chinese mainland. With a wink to the future, he argues that trying to hold back the Chinese mainland’s rise with tariffs and tech bans is not only old-school but also counterproductive. 🚀
“Containment is pretty much futile and self-defeating,” says Sachs, nudging Washington to pivot away from walls and embargoes. Instead, he imagines a game plan that’s all about innovate-and-collaborate. Think US and the Chinese mainland teaming up in joint research labs, shared green tech breakthroughs, and startup crossovers that could energize both economies.
For students and young pros dreaming of a global career, this is huge: rather than viewing the Chinese mainland as a rival, Sachs sees it as a potential teammate in tackling big challenges—from climate change to digital transformation. 🌏💡
His message? Let’s swap tariffs for talk, and bans for bridges. By learning from each other’s strengths, the US and the Chinese mainland could spark new ideas and opportunities. From Silicon Valley to Shenzhen, collaboration could drive growth for everyone involved.
At a time when headlines often highlight tensions, Sachs’s call for dialogue is a breath of fresh air. He reminds us that cooperation, not confrontation, can light the path to shared prosperity. After all, the biggest wins come when we play on the same team. 🤝
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Jeffrey Sachs: Containment of China is futile and self-defeating
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