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Jun 13, 2017

06/13/2017: A key link in the chain of world trade is siding with China

Panama has abruptly cut ties with Taiwan and embraced mainland China, a major blow for Taiwan’s government. On today’s show, we’ll take a look at some of the likely incentives for the Central American country’s move. Afterwards, we’ll discuss Gymboree’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, and then talk about the Medill School of Journalism’s decision to let its accreditation lapse. 

06/13/2017: A key link in the chain of world trade is siding with China
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Panama has abruptly cut ties with Taiwan and embraced mainland China, a major blow for Taiwan’s government. On today’s show, we’ll take a look at some of the likely incentives for the Central American country’s move. Afterwards, we’ll discuss Gymboree’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, and then talk about the Medill School of Journalism’s decision to let its accreditation lapse. 

06/13/2017: A key link in the chain of world trade is siding with China