A | 新加坡素来被称作是“花园城市”。 The following is a transcript of an interview with Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo that aired on "Face the Nation" on September 3, 2023.
ROBERT COSTA: We now go to the Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. Good morning, Secretary. Thanks for being here. Let's begin with the economy. On Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the jobs report for August, and people around their tables this weekend are looking at it. It shows 187,000 jobs were added last month, exceeding expectations. But more people are working more than one job. How worried are you about this?SECRETARY GINA RAIMONDO: Good morning, thanks for having me. This jobs report is exactly what we want to see at this point in the recovery. As you just said, you know, creating more jobs, really exciting is that people are getting off of the sidelines. You know, we're seeing more people come into the labor force and there are jobs for them. As you say, people are working, you know, more than one job and wages are up, it should be said, but this is exactly why President Biden is so focused on creating manufacturing jobs, which are higher paid, getting folks the skills they need to get a higher paying job. There's still a lot of work to do to make sure that every American has the skills they need to get a job, which is family support and sustaining. But- and we're doing that work. But overall, there's a lot to like in this jobs report. And it's exactly- it exceeded our expectations. ROBERT COSTA: In terms of that work that's still to be done, the administration is touting its efforts. It's confident in the economy. But our CBS News polling, Secretary, shows 65% of Americans still view the economy as being in a bad place. Why do you believe your administration, along with President Biden, has struggled to reassure those Americans about these policies and about the economy?SEC. RAIMONDO: So it's- it's an interesting, you know, dichotomy between the- the numbers, and as you say the polling numbers or the- the perception numbers, I think the reality is that inflation still exists. And it is, you know, something that people see on a daily basis when they go to the grocery store, or pay their rent, or pay their mortgage. And we have to know that, you know, that's still a challenge for folks. That being said, if you look at where we are today, compared to when the President took office, it's an unbelievable story of progress. And I will tell you, even I, you know, his- the President's Commerce Secretary, if you had told me when we started based on where the economy was, how high the unemployment rate was, how, you know, disrupted supply chains were, that we'd be sitting here now with this jobs picture, I might not have believed it. I mean, it's just a stunning amount of progress. The economy- we're among the strongest economies in the world. We all went through COVID, right, Europe did, China did, Asia did yet we have emerged, the fastest and the strongest. So I don't want to minimize what Americans are feeling, and that's why we get up and go to work every day. But this economy by any measure is doing incredibly well and much better than anyone could have predicted I think three years ago when we started.
ROBERT COSTA: After looking back, let's also look ahead, the White House is working with Congress to hammer out an agreement on a short term funding measure to avoid an October 1 partial federal government shutdown. When you talk to business leaders right now, are they worried about this deadline and what a shutdown could mean for the US economy?SEC. RAIMONDO: Yes, they are worried- they're very worried. They are, I think, in some cases, frustrated that this is how government operates. You know, what businesses need to be successful is- is predictability, you know, predictability, some semblance of, you know, regular order. And so these sorts of disruptions that are mainly driven by politics. So it's a challenge for the economy and have the potential to set us back. So I do hope that there will be a speedy resolution.ROBERT COSTA: Secretary, you are the first commerce secretary in five years to be on the ground in China in recent days. What progress, if any, do you think you made on the ground there?SEC. RAIMONDO: I think we made a great deal of progress. In terms of concrete deliverables, I was able to open three specific lines of communication with the Chinese, which is a huge step forward. We haven't really had any contact in more than five years. So we agreed to share information about export controls, we agreed to open a dialogue on commercial issues, which is so important, because China has not treated US business fairly. And so it's- we got to put those issues on the table. And we agree to have exchange around trade secrets, another area where businesses need to- deserve to know that their trade secrets will be protected in China. But I think more than any of that we just are starting to resume a direct line of contact and communication, which we need to do if we're going to manage what is a very complex and potentially volatile relationship with China.
ROBERT COSTA: So people may be heartened to hear at least some that the US and the Chinese, they're talking, there's open lines of communication right now. But what's next, beyond having this dialogue? What specifically can you say is going to happen next?SEC. RAIMONDO: So my message to the Chinese officials with whom I met is that action speaks louder than words. So they gave verbal assurances that they will treat US businesses fairly, that they will not engage in non-market practices which hurt American workers. And my message was, well, let's see it. You know, actions speak louder than words. So time will tell whether they are going to really be as they say they want to be, you know, more market oriented and open and reform minded when it comes to their economy, their regulatory regime. They need to be less arbitrary in the way they administer regulations to actually give American businesses a fair shot to compete.ROBERT COSTA: You said on the trip that quote, increasingly, I hear from American business that China is uninvestable, because it becomes too risky. So what exactly did you get in terms of those assurances from the Chinese, that would really give confidence to American business leaders?SEC. RAIMONDO: They said that they would talk to American businesses and begin to address these issues. Like, for example, one of the complaints I hear frequently from US business, by the way, business who are used to doing business in- in difficult parts of the world. They say that, you know, China's regulations are not at all transparent. You know, they'll raid a business in March and not explain what went on for many months. They will arrest folks but not provide due process or tell you what happened. And so when I expressed these concerns, I was heard, I wasn't given any promises. But one thing that I think we can take a bit of heart in is it's in China's interest. It's in their economic interest to have foreign direct investment and to make sure, you know, they had a very good economy when they were market oriented and reform minded. And so we have to hope that self interest will affect their future decisions.ROBERT COSTA: So they might have that motivation, but you saw them face to face, you had meetings with them. That's the value of having these sorts of trips. Do you trust the Chinese at this point after all of your conversations, after digesting what happened on your trip, do you trust them?SEC. RAIMONDO: Trust is probably not the word I would use. We need to see action. And until we see action, there can be no trust.ROBERT COSTA: And they hacked into your own email account so that might have hurt the ability to have a trustworthy relationship.
SEC. RAIMONDO: Exactly. And I said that, you know, hacking my account erodes trust, undermining American workers, by over subsidizing certain industries erodes trust, treating American businesses unfairly on the ground erodes trust. So but, you know, look, I- we can't be naive and oversimplify this relationship, this very challenging relationship. But we have to be practical, right? We have to protect ourselves first and foremost, national security, the United States. Beyond that we have to be practical and look for places where we can have a strong commercial relationship because we need stability in this relationship. That's good for America. And- and I think it's what the world is expecting of us and of China.ROBERT COSTA: You're looking for stability, Secretary. But the big question is, is China's economy stable? There have been indicators over the last several months that showed China's economy's in a slowdown. When you were over there, did you get insights, if any, about whether the Chinese economy is slowing down? And how concerning would that be for the United States?SEC. RAIMONDO: I think there's no question that it is slowing down. And certainly they're having real, real significant challenges in the real estate sector, which they readily acknowledged when I was there. But again, to my mind, the facts are quite clear in this regard. When China was more market oriented, open, you know, a little bit more transparent, their economy did very well. And more recently, as they have closed down and become more arbitrary in the way they administer regulations, the economy is quite challenged. So time will tell. The decision- the ball's in their court- the decisions are theirs. We want a large and stable economic relationship with them, but they have to play by the rules. And we are always going to act in our own American self-interest.ROBERT COSTA: Speaking of playing by the rules, there's such a standoff right now between the Chinese and tech companies. Semiconductors are crucial for our economy, yet China's threatening to curb the mineral supply to the US and the West. And many US businesses tell CBS they're operating in China, but seeing this hostile environment with raids, and fines. So how is your administration going to solve this back and forth between the Chinese and the tech industry?SEC. RAIMONDO: This is exactly why I went to China. It's exactly why I went, showed up, had meetings. I met with my counterpart for more than four hours. I met with the premier for more than one hour. They were open, candid, honest discussions. How are we going to resolve these issues? Because I'll tell you, prior to going to China, I personally spoke with more than 100 US business leaders and labor leaders. And what they tell me is that even the ones that have been doing business in China for decades, you know, these are sophisticated people used to dealing with the traditional concerns of, you know, IP- IP theft or non-market practices. They say, it's much harder now. Right? Like China is making it more difficult because of the reasons you say the raids, the counter espionage law. They are going to make a business decision to do business in other countries unless that improves. And so I was very clear with China that we need to- patience is wearing thin among American business. They need and deserve a predictable environment and a level playing field. And hopefully China will heed that message so we can have a stable growing commercial relationship.ROBERT COSTA: And there are many voices as you know in the ears of American business leaders. A Wall Street Journal report, earlier this year, for example, said that the FBI director, Christopher Wray, wants businesses to help fight China and cyber threats. He reportedly said that only through cooperation with the FBI can that agency marshal an effective response. Do you agree with Director Wray?SEC. RAIMONDO: I agree that business has an important role to play partnering with us to ensure America's national security across a range of different areas, including technology. And, you know, that's why we are in such close contact with business, frankly, often the information they have on the ground is some of the best that we can- we can get.
ROBERT COSTA: But is it good for businesses to work with the FBI specifically?SEC. RAIMONDO: Every business has to make their own decision. But I definitely think there's value- there's mutual value for business, and certainly for the government to have communication and coordination.ROBERT COSTA: And I'm often out on the campaign trail, Secretary. And I know you stay out of politics. But one thing I'm hearing from so many Republicans across the country, especially governors, they want to block Chinese companies from making investments and buying farmland in the United States. Does the Biden administration and do you support Chinese companies making investments and buying farmland in the United States?SEC. RAIMONDO: We have to be very, very careful, we have to screen every investment and make a decision as to whether it hurts our national security or not. Not every investment from China into America is- harms our national security, but many do. And so it's a case by case basis, looking into the facts and being as tough as we need to be, but also being, you know, realistic and not hyperbolic. Just being, like I say, practical. It's time to be practical, pragmatic and serious about managing every aspect of this relationship.ROBERT COSTA: Secretary Raimondo, we appreciate you taking the time on a Sunday. Thank you.SEC. RAIMONDO: Thank you. Have a great Labor Day weekend. 。在新加坡各地区，甚至是组屋区附近，经常就能看到自然景点和繁华的绿洲。组屋旁的碧山-宏茂桥公园，图源：新加坡公园局但是，要是你认为已经去过了新加坡所有自然保护区和公园，那就大错特错！新加坡这些刚刚新建和即将建成的公园，是很适合步行或骑车的路线！肯定能给不再那么兴奋的你带来不一样的惊喜~ 已经建成的项目现在就可以去！01新加坡东部走廊亮点：连接白沙公园和东海岸公园的18公里长通道图源：见水印东部走廊由2021年起逐步开通的公园连道组成，于今年2月竣工，全长18公里，连接沿途8个不同的公园和户外休闲场所。这是国家公园管理局一项名为“自然之城”的倡议的一部分。到2030年，他们的目标是让每个家庭都能步行10分钟就能到达一处公园。
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在这里，大家能沉浸在各种大自然的体验，包括到淡滨尼生态园（Tampines Eco Green）观鸟、到访太阳广场公园（Sun Plaza Park）的康疗花园，以及到东海岸公园进行体育活动。图源：新加坡公园局02新加坡巴西班让公园连道亮点：连接拉柏多自然保护区和西海岸公园的风情之旅图源：FB@Ng Eng Hen新加坡南部山脊连成片的地区更多了！2023年年底，巴西班让公园连道的一段新的2.2公里路段正式开放，可以直通西海岸公园了~现在，新加坡南部地区总共13个公园被连接成一条徒步或自行车道。其中，巴西班让公园连道的建设元素就是附近的港口码头。大家在由改造集装箱建造的各种避难所中寻找阴凉处，并欣赏大炮和锚等航海文物。图源：新加坡公园局03波那维斯达社区活动中心亮点：隐藏在写字楼中间的自然公园图源：见水印Buona Vista社区活动中心于2024年4月开放，占地1.6公顷，位于备受喜爱的老铁路走廊沿线。
C | 位于Metropolis和Elementum商业中心办公楼之间，没有什么比远离喧嚣朝九晚五的自然保护区更让人期待的了！这里有适合孩子们一起玩耍的儿童游乐场，完美和周围的大自然融为了一体：图源：URA也有适合成年人和乐龄人士运动锻炼的综合健身区：图源：8视界还有500平方米的大草坪被当做灵活户外活动空间，来这里野餐也是很棒的~图源：8视界新加坡公共场合不是随处都允许涂鸦的。但来到这个坐落在天底下的街头艺术空间，或许就不是问题了！图源：8视界沿路走过，可以欣赏到种植在这里的名贵花草，包括了石龙刍和蒲草。将大自然和市政建设合为一体，这里种植的植物，还可以收集路面上平时无法吸收掉的多余雨水，免得这一带一到雨天就变成一片泽国哦~图源：URA04滨海湾花园翠鸟湿地亮点：滨海湾公园里的新景观，可免费入场图源：滨海湾花园翠鸟湿地Kingfisher Wetlands是一个占地15000平方米的保护区，种植了200多棵本土红树林。这个自然保护区不仅可以免费进入，大家还能看到可能在自然里才能见到的潺潺流水，数不清的植物和野生动物物种在3 区域繁衍生息。
D | 对了！连新加坡前总理李显龙，也曾在休假的时候，来过这里打卡哦~图源：李显龙脸书05武吉甘柏公园亮点：蝴蝶园、狗狗友好图源：8视界武吉甘柏多山，每座山丘都形成一座公园，依山而建，各具特色。最新的武吉甘柏公园，2021年9月正式开放，算是社区里很新的景点。整座公园就是一座小山，沿着400米的山丘步道可以绕行一圈, 上山头种植约1500棵树和30种花类，沿途设有遛狗场、健身设施等等，还有开放给公众租来进行园艺的社区花园。图源：CNA走到最高处是一个蝴蝶花园，蝴蝶在花草间飞舞，放眼可俯瞰山下组屋区与大片山坡绿地。连同附近小桂林一带的武吉巴督镇公园，以及武吉巴督自然公园及蔡厝港公园连道轻松步行，穿梭邻里，大家可以往来于各园区间，探索不一样的自然休闲风情。图源：新加坡公园局06巴西班让公园亮点：带沙地的自然游乐花园 在巴西班让公园连道之前，来巴西班让公园玩吧！园内的沙质地形，让人不禁想起想起该地区的海岸线。迎接您的将是一个自然游乐花园，园内提供互动设备供孩子玩耍，走道旁还有酷炫的海洋文物雕塑。图源：见水印07乌敏岛Coastal Arboretum亮点：拥有70多种本土物种的红树林图源：新加坡公园局沿海林园（coastal arboretum）占地约一公顷。园内将种有约70个本地沿海树木品种，其中包括海红胶木（Sea Tristania）、大叶箣柊（Damak-damak Tahun）等濒临绝种的植物。新林园将与现有的红树林园（mangrove arboretum）相辅相成，成为学生和学者研究岛上生态多样性的宝贵资源。图源：CNA08裕廊湖公园漂浮湿地亮点：新加坡最大的人造漂浮湿地图源：新加坡公园局裕廊湖湖畔花园项目是新加坡第三个国家级花园，如今已经成为新加坡市民最受欢迎的公园之一。
E | 本次人工漂浮湿地位于裕廊公园内，占地3850平方米，是新加坡公用事业局ABC水资源治理计划的最新建成项目。设计旨在最大限度地利用裕廊湖水体，创造不同于陆地的景观空间体验，设计通过宽敞的景观长廊和木栈道为游客提供更加广阔的视野，并且可以近距离观察湿地风景和野生动物。图源：Sunny City Kids游客和居民可以在这里参与皮划艇和龙舟等水上活动，也可以静静欣赏数不清的水生植物。图源：海峡时报09 Tropical Montane Orchidetum亮点：植物园内的胡姬花绿洲。
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