Wednesday, April 9, 2025

China TURNS OFF supply chains

@musicman7773
Don't be fooled by Western media talking points! China has studied history and knew this time would come day one. 8 billion worldwide sick of the West.

@shadowknows69
It's almost as if letting jooz and office karens take over your economy might not yield the best results

@AnarcoCommi
For all those "buying power" proponents out there, we're about to get a crash course on where power truly lies, producers or consumers

@intentionalliving1302
While the US was busy engaging in wars across the globe, China was industrialising and perfecting their supply chains. There is a reason they are called the world's factory.


Bringing manufacturing and supply chains back to the U.S. is a key goal of the Trump administration, aiming to boost jobs and reduce foreign dependence. However, this effort faces significant hurdles.

One major challenge is cost competitiveness. U.S. labor and production expenses are much higher than in countries like China and Mexico, making domestically made goods more expensive. While automation can help, not all industries can fully replace human labor. Additionally, many companies rely on complex global supply networks, meaning reshoring would require rebuilding entire production ecosystems—a costly and time-consuming process.

Another obstacle is workforce readiness. Decades of offshoring have shrunk America’s skilled manufacturing base, requiring major investments in vocational training. Infrastructure limitations, such as outdated ports and transportation systems, could also slow reshoring efforts.

Corporate resistance is another barrier. Many firms prioritize profits over patriotism and may resist moving production unless forced by tariffs or subsidies. Trade wars and retaliatory measures from other nations could further disrupt supply chains. Moreover, stricter U.S. regulations and potential consumer price hikes add to the economic friction.

While policies like tariffs and "Buy American" mandates made some progress, sustaining reshoring requires long-term government support, business cooperation, and public investment. Without these, the initiative may struggle to overcome deep-rooted economic and logistical challenges.