A Gameplan for American Economic Security:
Supercharging U.S. Statecraft, from an Economic Pentagon to the Near-Global Economy
U.S. International Development Finance Corporation
CATL’s Mining Push Escalates China’s Critical Minerals Offensive
China’s battery giant is going vertical. CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer, announced a $4.4 billion investment to launch a dedicated mining subsidiary focused on securing critical mineral...
Policy Briefs
Oil Price Whiplash Highlights America’s Enduring Preparedness Gap
Amid the uncertainty caused by the ongoing war with Iran’s clerical regime, the price of oil jumped to $120 on March 9 before crashing back to $95 in a matter of hours. The price swings reflect...
Policy Briefs
Taiwan Strengthens Energy Resilience With Planned Purchases of American LNG
In the run-up to Lunar New Year, Taiwan is looking to keep the lights burning brightly. The Taiwanese Ministry of Energy pledged on February 5 to increase its purchases of liquefied natural gas (LNG)...
Policy Briefs
As the noose tightens around Nicolas Maduro, how to ensure a strong — and pro-American — Venezuela follows
With President Donald Trump announcing a “total and complete” oil blockade of Venezuela this week, the noose around dictator Nicolas Maduro’s neck is tightening. A massive US Navy strike...
Op-eds
Hybrid Warfare in Europe Against U.S. Interests
Moscow and Beijing’s Playbook
Legislative Testimonies
Trojan Horse
China's Auto Threat to America
Legislative Testimonies
Chinese Coercion of Taiwan’s Energy Lifelines: A Contest Taiwan and the West Can’t Afford to Lose
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Memos
5 Ways the U.S. Should Retain and Upgrade America’s Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
Congress would be smart to ensure the survival and reform of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) – America’s development bank that invests in private sector projects in developing...
Insights
How Africa Can Shift Supply Chains from China
The United States can make a focused bet on African economies and reduce its dependence on Chinese supply chains.
Op-eds
China Has Weaponized Battery Production Against the United States
China has dominated the global battery supply chain through non-market practices, posing a threat to US economic and national security.
Op-eds
5 Ways to Break China’s Chokehold on Battery Supply Chains
The United States must fight back against China’s dangerous dominance of the battery industry. Batteries are critical to countless items necessary for daily life, from power tools to power grids, as well as important military equipment, like drones, night-vision goggles, and lasers. However, China has the capability to simply cut off U.S. access to critical batteries because it monopolizes each step of the production process. ...
Insights
President Trump Issues Executive Orders to Counter China’s Drone Industry
The Trump administration is ramping up its efforts to counter the threat posed by China’s drone industry. On June 6, President Donald Trump signed two executive orders to codify a process for screening...
Policy Briefs
Economic Statecraft and Advancing U.S. Interests Abroad
Modernizing U.S. Economic Statecraft
Legislative Testimonies
Inside the secret genius of the Ukraine mineral deal
President Trump has just struck one big, beautiful deal with Ukraine — and its impact could reach far beyond rare earth minerals. Unveiled yesterday by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent,...
Op-eds
In Sign of Deepening Ties, China Signs Agreements With Cook Islands
China has increased its presence in Oceania, undermining regional confidence in the United States and threatening sea lines critical for Australia’s and New Zealand’s security. On February 22, China...
Policy Briefs
Missed Milestones
Evaluating The Last Four Years in the EAP Region and Unseized Opportunities Under President Trump
Legislative Testimonies
Congress Should Create an Economic Statecraft and Security Commission
The United States has a few powerful tools to conduct economic warfare and strengthen its economic security. Unfortunately, many of them operate independently, without coordination, lacking strategic guidance,...
Op-eds
After Hamas is gone, how will Israel deradicalize Palestinians in Gaza?
Most Gazans approve of Hamas’s decision to launch the war on October 7 and would prefer Hamas rule over the US-backed Palestinian Authority
Op-eds
Turn-Key Alternatives to Replace UNRWA Immediately
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