Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business

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The CSIS Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business conducts cutting-edge research at the intersection of international economics and U.S. geostrategy. Our mission is to provide policymakers with rigorous, data-driven analysis and actionable recommendations to strengthen America's economic security and strategic position in an increasingly complex global economy. Through empirical research and policy analysis, the Program anchors growth, opportunity, and strategic partnerships at the heart of economic security strategy.

As a bridge between academic research and practical policymaking, the Economics Program hosts high-level events and develops educational programming for government officials, industry professionals, and the public. Through intellectual leadership and sustained engagement, the Program seeks to define the field of economic security for the current era while building the next generation of policy professionals who will shape America's geoeconomic future.

The Economics Program structures its research around our vision of the four pillars of economic security, which are:

Strengthens economic resilience through innovation and investment, workforce development, and a robust industrial base, including research on immigration reform and regulatory barriers that impact U.S. economic growth.

Deepens ties with allies and partners through aligned industrial policies, joint technology development, shared standards, and integrated trade and supply chains, particularly in countering economic coercion and building resilient networks.

Examines the use of sanctions, export controls, and investment screening to deter economic coercion – both unilaterally and in coordination with partners – evaluating their effectiveness and strategic impact.

Drives global economic governance and builds coalitions to address shared geoeconomic challenges, including mega-trends like demographic transition, technological acceleration, and climate change.

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Will farmers survive the U.S.-China trade war?

Video — October 9, 2025

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When a Trade War Becomes a Food Fight

The U.S. agricultural sector is caught in the crossfire of the U.S.-China trade war. As Washington and Beijing escalate tariffs and other retaliatory measures, U.S. farmers are scrambling to find new buyers just as Chinese consumers turn to alternative suppliers.

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Commentary by Philip Luck, Hugh Grant-Chapman, and Duc Minh Nguyet (Moon) Nguyen — October 21, 2025

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Resiliency or Gosplan?

This week, the Scholl Chair reacts to one of Biden's most recent executive orders. Will it lead to resiliency in supply chains or intrusive government control over the economy?

Commentary by William Alan Reinsch — March 15, 2021

Biden Should Seize APEC and ASEAN Opportunities

As the Biden administration sharpens its strategy on China, it must utilize the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to maximize U.S. influence and impact across the region.

Commentary by Kurt Tong — March 11, 2021

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Beige Book, Semiconductor Targets, and a Boeing-Airbus Truce

Andrew and the Trade Guys look at the Fed’s most recent Beige Book, new plans to boost domestic semiconductor production, and the Boeing-Airbus dispute. 

Podcast Episode by William Alan Reinsch, Scott Miller, and H. Andrew Schwartz — March 11, 2021

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No Quick Fixes for WTO Dispute Settlement Reform

In this commentary, Dennis Shea, former deputy U.S. trade representative and U.S. ambassador to the World Trade Organization, poses a few questions about the WTO Appellate Body for the European Union to consider.

Commentary by Dennis Shea — March 9, 2021

Securing the Subsea Network: A Primer for Policymakers

Subsea cables are the world’s information super-highways. This guide for policymakers describes how these essential systems work and offers recommendations for advancing U.S. economic and strategic interests.

Report by Jonathan E. Hillman — March 9, 2021

Is Trade Going to Save the World?

The Scholl Chair reacts to the Biden administration's proposed approach to trade policy and explores the responsibilities of trade agreements.

Commentary by William Alan Reinsch — March 8, 2021

President Biden’s Trump-Like Approach to H-1B Reform

The Biden administration has reversed many of the Trump administration’s immigration policies; however, there is some continuity when it comes to H-1B visas.

Critical Questions by Seán Arrieta-Kenna and Jack Caporal — March 4, 2021

A Framework for U.S.-China Engagement

In charting a course for U.S.-China relations, the Biden administration will need to determine where U.S. objectives can be advanced through engagement, and conversely, where disengagement is the most effective way to promote and protect the national interest.

Commentary by Stephanie Segal — March 4, 2021

Red Flags Report Launch

Join CSIS for a discussion of the tools and actions that will be critical for stakeholders to evaluate and respond to the risks of China's opaque ICT, transport, and energy projects in the Western Balkans, which are fueling Beijing's rising economic and political influence.

Event — March 2, 2021