WorldU.S. journalist debunks ‘China squeeze’ narrative, says 1.4 billion consumers offer global opportunity
U.S. journalist Jason Smith rejected the Western “China Squeeze” narrative, which says China’s manufacturing growth is limiting industrialization opportunities for the Global South. Drawing on trade-fair observations, he said developing-country exhibitors come to China to make real deals, while China’s zero-tariff treatment for most African countries opens its huge market and helps partners expand exports and add value.
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China News Service★★☆☆☆2026-09-16 05:43Original
U.S. journalist debunks ‘China squeeze’ narrative, says 1.4 billion consumers offer global opportunity