China Power Project
The China Power Project seeks to provide an in-depth understanding of the evolving nature of Chinese power relative to other nations
The China Power Project is committed to providing interactive visualizations and expert analysis in order to facilitate informed discussions of the complexities, capabilities, and potential outcomes of China’s rise.
The project examines five key areas of capabilities: military, economic, social, technology, and international image and engagement. Our team analyzes available data on Chinese capabilities, and provides expert analysis to contextualize facts and figures for our users.
The Project hopes to advance the understanding of China among policymakers, academics, students, businessmen, and others, helping to bridge the gap between research and policy communities in the U.S. and elsewhere. In so doing, this project aims to reduce uncertainty and promote a more common understanding of the metrics that are used to measure China’s rise, as well as the opportunities and challenges that China poses.
In addition to our work on Chinese power, our experts also conduct research on Chinese foreign and security policy with a focus on US-China relations, maritime security, Chinese foreign policy decision making, cross-Strait relations, China’s periphery diplomacy, and Taiwan-related foreign policy issues.
Contact Information
- Truly Tinsley
- Associate Director, China Power Project
- ttinsley@csis.org
- H. Andrew Schwartz
- Chief Communications Officer
- 202.775.3242
- aschwartz@csis.org
- Samuel Cestari
- Media Relations Coordinator, External Relations
- 202.775.7317
- scestari@csis.org
All China Power Project Content
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Unpacking China’s Nuclear Modernization: A Conversation with Hans Kristensen
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin — January 31, 2024

Surveying U.S. and Taiwan Experts: What to Expect for Cross-Strait Dynamics in 2024 and Beyond
Event — January 22, 2024
Surveying the Experts: U.S. and Taiwan Views on China's Approach to Taiwan
Report by Bonny Lin, Brian Hart, Chen Ming-Chi, Shen Ming-Shih, Samantha Lu, Truly Tinsley, and Yu-Jie (Grace) Liao — January 22, 2024
Taiwan’s 2024 Elections: Results and Implications
Critical Questions by Brian Hart, Scott Kennedy, Jude Blanchette, and Bonny Lin — January 19, 2024
Rethinking Strategic Competition with China: A Conversation with Elbridge Colby
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin — January 18, 2024

China's Accelerated Expansion of its Nuclear Arsenal Represents a Shift in China's Nuclear Strategy and Doctrine: A Debate with Dr. Tong Zhao and Dr. Fiona Cunningham
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin — January 9, 2024

The United States and China are Locked in a New Cold War: A Debate with Dr. Michael Beckley and Dr. Arne Westad
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin — January 3, 2024

China is More Likely to Blockade Taiwan Than Invade the Island in the Next Ten Years: A Debate with Mr. Lonnie Henley and Dr. Phil Saunders
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin — January 2, 2024

Taiwan’s Cross-Strait Service Trade Agreement: Accept or Forgo?
Blog Post by Yu-Jie Liao — December 22, 2023
Xi Jinping has Signaled that Reunification with Taiwan is a Legacy Issue that he Must Achieve During his Term in Office: A Discussion with Ms. Bonnie Glaser and Mr. Chad Sbragia
Podcast Episode by Bonny Lin and Bonnie S. Glaser — December 20, 2023
