James Hinote, Geopolitical Strategist
Aug 02, 2022
The international financial infrastructure has long been dominated by Western institutions. China’s advances in digital currency could help spread its influence on global commerce enough to challenge the hegemony of the U.S. dollar.
Wang Jisi, President, Institute of International and Strategic Studies, Peking University
Jul 15, 2022
Restore normal diplomatic exchanges, avoid war and strengthen economic ties — these are at the top of the list. It’s clear that trade is increasing, not decreasing, and we should continue developing scientific and technological exchanges. While competition is inevitable, war is not.
Zhang Monan, Deputy Director of Institute of American and European Studies, CCIEE
Apr 26, 2022
The Biden administration’s long-awaited strategic framework for trade with China may not be more effective than Trump’s. But it’s imperative to avoid harm and to push for new engagement consensus.
He Weiwen, Senior Fellow, Center for China and Globalization, CCG
Dec 24, 2021
Despite a meeting of presidents and intensive talks at lower levels, the United States has not fundamentally altered its position. This needs to change. Next year should be characterized by reasonable, constructive efforts — followed by action — to ease the current tensions.
James H. Nolt, Adjunct Professor at New York University
Oct 26, 2021
Headlines would suggest a U.S.-China confrontation is imminent, but a close examination of the economic relations between the two nations and the material reality of trade reveal that instigating a conflict would be a proverbial shot in the foot for either side.
Dan Steinbock, Founder, Difference Group
Sep 29, 2021
U.S.-Sino ties plunged during the Trump administration, but the downfall has only intensified since Biden’s presidency. Without concrete policy shifts, the tensions, fueled by defense contractors, translate to arms races and elevated nuclear risks in Asia.
John Gong, Professor at University of International Business and Economics and China Forum Expert
Sep 07, 2021
In Washington, relations between China and the United States are often seen in terms of ideology — a game in which both seek to export their political systems and topple the values of the other. But the more immediate question involves industrial policies.
Minxin Pei, Tom and Margot Pritzker ’72 Professor of Government , Claremont McKenna College
Aug 18, 2021
As the worst trade war since WWII enters its fourth year, it is worth stepping back to survey the overall trajectory of the U.S.-China trade dispute.
Eric Harwit, Professor, University of Hawaii Asian Studies Program
Jun 21, 2021
Tesla has had an exciting entrance into China, but the future of the electric vehicle company will be determined by how China and the United States prioritize the industry.
Zainab Zaheer, Development Consultant
Jun 10, 2021
Katherine Tai’s appointment as the top economic negotiator for the U.S. may signal America’s overall direction in trade relations with China, but Tai’s actions have yet to reveal clear steps forward.