Analysis

The Biden administration has emphasized the importance of technological advancements to U.S. foreign policy objectives, which can only be achieved by improving immigration policies to promote innovation in key sectors. 

This week, the Scholl Chair ponders an interesting question: is the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) a one-off event or does it represent a paradigm shift in U.S. trade and economic policy?

The U.S. campaign to expand the domestic electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chains has underscored the complex nature of U.S.-China rivalry in the EV battery value chains. What role, if any, should China play in U.S. efforts to expand its EV battery supply chains?  

A close examination of the provisions of the BURMA Act reveals that it is unlikely to result in major changes in U.S. policy in Myanmar.

CSIS Americas Director Ryan C. Berg analyzes the Central American Bank for Economic Integration's support for Nicaragua and outlines policy options to limit its ability to finance dictatorial policies there.

The CSIS hosted a call-in press briefing ahead of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil’s visit to the White House on Friday, February 10.

A Chinese balloon is flying over the United States, raising concerns about Chinese espionage. While Chinese spying necessitates a tougher response, the United States should focus on technical espionage capabilities that pose a greater risk than spy balloons.