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The China decoupling paradox: why the world still needs its manufacturing machine

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Chinese parts, machinery and know-how remain deeply embedded in countries seeking to build manufacturing industries of their own

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Sylvia Main ShanghaiandMia Nurmamatin Hong Kong

Talk of global decoupling from China has persisted for years, as has speculation that emerging economies such as India and Vietnam could soon replace it as the “world’s factory”.

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