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Strong economic ties, community and cultural connections, and shared borders have catalyzed the drive for integration and trilateral cooperation that generations of North American leaders have sought to prioritize. CSIS scholars dig into the continent’s primary policy issues, including the USMCA, energy and defense cooperation, and border security and transnational crime.

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Trump, Xi, and the New U.S.-China Bargain

Scott Kennedy joins Matt and Lauryn to unpack the Trump-Xi summit and what it means for U.S.-China relations.

Podcast Episode by Matt Pearl, Lauryn Williams, and Scott Kennedy — October 2, 2026

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Trump, Xi, and the New U.S.-China Bargain

Scott Kennedy joins Matt and Lauryn to unpack the Trump-Xi summit and what it means for U.S.-China relations.

Podcast Episode by Matt Pearl, Lauryn Williams, and Scott Kennedy — October 2, 2026

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Powering America: Transmission Modernization and Flexibility

Join ESCC for a virtual discussion with Yury Dvorkin and Joseph Majkut on dynamic line ratings, grid-enhancing technologies, and new approaches to transmission policy that could improve use of existing grid infrastructure and electricity markets.

Event — September 28, 2026

Powering America: Rethinking the Economics of Transmission

Join ESCC for a virtual discussion with Catherine Hausman and Joseph Majkut on new research and emerging approaches to electricity transmission policy, including market integration, transmission investment, and incentives for reform.

Event — September 24, 2026

EST Rapid Roundup: What Comes After "Pace the AI Frontier"?

Dario Amodei’s essay “We Must Pace the Frontier” has sparked heated debate about the future of AI models and how best to regulate them. Join Navin Girishankar and Aalok Mehta as they unpack the competing arguments and examine the role of government in managing AI’s risks. 

Event — September 18, 2026