# Cao Dewang

Fuyao’s Glass Half Empty: Why China’s Manufacturing Icon is Threatening a US Exit

Cao Dewang, the founder of Fuyao Glass, has threatened to close his U.S. factories in response to escalating tariffs and the exclusion of Chinese EV makers from the American market. Despite record profits in the U.S., Cao's shift from an advocate for American manufacturing to a vocal critic reflects the growing geopolitical friction and the alignment of Chinese private industry with Beijing's state interests.