Shiao: U.S. competitiveness with China will stay a priority under either administration
MJ Shiao · Why ditching aluminum is key to securing the US solar supply chain · Jun 13, 2024 · at 19:21
MJ Shiao of the American Clean Power Association discusses U.S. Section 301 tariffs and clean energy trade dynamics with Stephen Lacey.
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“It's very clear that competitiveness with China is a bipartisan issue in this country. it is going to remain a priority for either administration in the new year after the election”
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