Strategic Technologies Program

The Strategic Technologies Program (STP) conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices

The STP’s research agenda includes cybersecurity, emerging technologies and innovation, frameworks for digital governance, 5G networks and telecommunications, surveillance and privacy, and the role of technology in power and conflict.

The STP brings together technologists, policymakers, civil society, and business leaders from around the world. In a time when disruptive technologies are reshaping the global economy and society, the program provides pragmatic and data-driven analysis and policy recommendations to face these challenges.

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A Cloud Policy Agenda

The Strategic Technologies Program is undertaking a series of projects to examine the policy questions that are arising with the expanded use of cloud services.

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Inside Cyber Diplomacy

Shaping Global Partnerships for a Secure Digital Future

In this episode Jim Lewis and Chris Painter speak with Leonard Rolland, Head of International Cybersecurity Policy at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They discuss the current state of play in cyber diplomacy and the importance of global partnerships for advancing responsible state behavior in cyberspace.

Podcast Episode by James Andrew Lewis and Christopher Painter — December 7, 2023

CSIS Inside Cyber Diplomacy

Why The UDHR Still Matters

Seventy-five years after the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was drafted, James A. Lewis takes stock of what it has achieved and whether its values remain relevant.

Commentary by James Andrew Lewis — November 30, 2023

The Right to Be Left Alone: Privacy in a Rapidly Changing World

The world is changing, but the need for privacy and human rights in a democratic society remains constant. Governments should tailor surveillance to what is necessary to achieve public interests without unduly infringing on the privacy rights of the broader population.

Commentary by Caitlin Chin-Rothmann — November 29, 2023

Safeguarding the Federal Software Supply Chain

Cyber espionage has been one of the keys to China’s growth. The United States has been the primary target, but it is not alone in being targeted. As China’s growth slows, it may increase its already high level of spying and it will use any tool, including, including exploiting opportunities created by transnational supply chains for software, telecommunications, and internet applications.

Congressional Testimony by James Andrew Lewis — November 29, 2023

Rethinking Technology Transfer Policy toward China

The West needs to adopt a new strategy for its technology transfer policy towards China. In this white paper CSIS's James A. Lewis explores how the West should coordinate its response to countering China's conduct in global markets.

Report by James Andrew Lewis — November 17, 2023

Deterrence and Cyber Strategy

Deterrence has worked to prevent nuclear war, but it doesn't translate into cyberspace. James A. Lewis explains what builds an effective international cyber strategy and why the United States is failing at cyber deterrence.

Commentary by James Andrew Lewis — November 15, 2023