To kick off Season 4 of Trade Knowledge Matters, we look at US Trade Policy. Amar sits down with William (Bill) Reinsch. Bill holds the Scholl Chair in International Business at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and also co-hosts a podcast, Trade Guys.

This episode delves into the complexities of US trade policy, examining the shifts in bipartisan consensus, the impact of economic security on trade decisions, and the evolving narratives within political parties. The discussion highlights the implications of tariffs, friend shoring, and sectoral concerns, while also addressing the challenges of market access and much more.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to US Trade Policy

02:57 Shifts in Bipartisan Trade Consensus

06:10 Drivers of Trade Restriction in the US

09:07 Evolution of Trade Narratives in Political Parties

12:01 Economic Security and Friend Shoring

14:50 Key Sectors of Economic Security Concern

18:10 Assessing Policy Interventions for Economic Security

20:57 Market Access Challenges in US Trade Policy

24:08 Sectoral Engagement in Trade Negotiations

27:04 Carbon Emissions and Trade Policy Intersection

29:51 Digital Trade Dynamics and US Policy Changes

33:10 Developing a Positive Trade Narrative

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