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Down But Not Out: The Russian Economy Under Western Sanctions

Russia’s economy has been seriously impacted by Western sanctions, though its resilience has been continuously underestimated. Western policymakers should study the lessons learned from Russia’s economic adaptation and update their sanctions strategy accordingly.

Report by Nicholas Fenton and Alexander Kolyandr — April 11, 2025

A Partial Pause on Tariffs—Will the United States Choose Innovation Instead?

Navin Girishankar argues that the 90-day pause on the most expansive use of tariffs in a century offers an opportunity for U.S. policymakers to focus on the time- and stress-tested source of U.S. economic advantage—its ability to out-innovate at the technological frontier.

Commentary by Navin Girishankar — April 10, 2025

Betting on America

How the U.S. Can Seize the Age of Biology featuring Dr. Michelle Rozo

Dr. Michelle Rozo, Vice Chair on the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, joins Navin Girishankar on Betting on America to discuss the findings from the Commission’s report to Congress.

Podcast Episode by Navin Girishankar — April 9, 2025

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How Should Africa Respond to Trump’s New Tariffs?

Trump’s new tariffs hit nearly all African countries, affecting the African Growth and Opportunity Act. Africa can respond by advancing the Continental Free Trade Area, diversifying exports to BRICS and the European Union, and weighing retaliation or accommodation.

Commentary by Hannah Ryder , Trevor Lwere, and Ovigwe Eguegu — April 8, 2025

Reviving Cobre Panamá Could Be Strategic to U.S. Minerals Security

The shutdown of Cobre Panamá —one of the world's largest copper mines—amid political upheaval has disrupted global copper supply and hurt Panama's economy. U.S. diplomatic support to negotiations could help revive the mine and secure a stable, allied copper supply chain.

Commentary by Gracelin Baskaran and Paula Reynal — April 8, 2025

The Truth of the Matter

Liberation Day Fallout and What Comes Next

In this special crossover episode with CSIS podcast, The Trade Guys, Bill Reinsch and Scott Miller unpack the latest news about the impacts of the Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs and how markets, trading partners, and consumers will respond. 

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz, William Alan Reinsch, and Scott Miller — April 8, 2025

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Trump Scores an Own Goal

This week, Bill Reinsch addresses the long-term impacts of President Trump's April 2 tariffs.

Commentary by William Alan Reinsch — April 7, 2025