Meredith Schwartz

Research Associate, Critical Minerals Security Program
Meredith Schwartz

Meredith Schwartz is a research associate for the Critical Minerals Security Program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). Prior to joining CSIS, she worked as a senior associate at Vogel Group, a bipartisan government affairs firm. At Vogel Group, her work focused on energy and trade policy work for clients, including several in the critical minerals and materials sector. She also completed internships with the International Trade Administration at the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok through the Department of State’s VSFS program. She graduated magna cum laude from Tufts University with a BS in quantitative economics and political science.

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Impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on the Mining Sector

An audio version of “⁠⁠Impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on the Mining Sector⁠⁠,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — July 9, 2025

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Impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on the Mining Sector

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law with revisions to key mining policies. While the legislation boosts stockpile funding and tightens restrictions on Chinese entities, it lacks a clear demand-side strategy, creating uncertainty for downstream manufacturers.

Critical Questions by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — July 9, 2025

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Trump Strikes a Deal to Restore Rare Earths Access

An audio version of “⁠Trump Strikes a Deal to Restore Rare Earths Access⁠,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — June 11, 2025

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Trump Strikes a Deal to Restore Rare Earths Access

President Trump announced an agreement with China to resume exports of rare earth minerals and magnets, following two months of supply disruptions to U.S. industry. China's chokehold on rare earth supply chains and resulting leverage necessitates investment into alternative supply.

Critical Questions by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — June 11, 2025

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G7 Cooperation to De-Risk Minerals Investments in the Global South

An audio version of “⁠G7 Cooperation to De-Risk Minerals Investments in the Global South⁠,” a new commentary by CSIS's Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Podcast Episode by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — May 7, 2025

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G7 Cooperation to De-Risk Minerals Investments in the Global South

The G7 must act decisively on critical minerals security at this year’s summit. Establishing a dedicated G7 investment fund could unlock high-priority projects, de-risk investments, and catalyze private capital—strengthening supply chains and reducing key vulnerabilities.

Commentary by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — May 7, 2025

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Rebuilding U.S. Zinc Capacity in an Era of Global Competition

An audio version of “⁠⁠Rebuilding U.S. Zinc Capacity in an Era of Global Competition⁠⁠,” a new brief by CSIS's Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Podcast Episode by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — May 5, 2025

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Rebuilding U.S. Zinc Capacity in an Era of Global Competition

Once a zinc processing leader, the U.S. now faces supply chain risks from limited refining, import reliance, and China’s dominance—demanding urgent action to expand domestic capacity, strengthen allied ties, and spur investment in the steel and semiconductor industries.

Brief by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — May 5, 2025

What to Know About the Signed U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal

The United States and Ukraine signed a long-anticipated agreement creating a Reconstruction Investment Fund to channel investment into Ukraine’s infrastructure, energy, and critical minerals sectors. Although this marks a major advancement in bilateral cooperation, challenges remain.

Critical Questions by Gracelin Baskaran and Meredith Schwartz — May 1, 2025