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GeoTech Wars - Achieving Technology Leadership with CHIPS Office Chief Economist Dan Kim

In this episode of GeoTech Wars, Kirti and Andrew discuss the state of the U.S. semiconductor industry and the CHIPS Act with Dan Kim, Chief Economist and Director of Strategic Planning and Industry Analysis at the CHIPS Program Office in the Department of Commerce.

Blog Post by Kirti Gupta and Chris Borges — December 1, 2023

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GeoTech Wars - Managing Geopolitical Risk with Nirav Patel

In this episode of GeoTech Wars, Kirti and Andrew discuss how businesses are adapting to increased geopolitical risk in the international economic system. They are joined by guest Nirav Patel, CEO and co-founder of The Asia Group.

Blog Post by Kirti Gupta and Chris Borges — October 18, 2023

Babel: Translating the Middle East

Dalal Mawad: The Port of Beirut Explosion Through Women's Eyes

Jon Alterman speaks with Dalal Mawad about her now book, which uses women's stories to analyze the 2020 Port of Beirut explosion, its aftermath, and Lebanon's ongoing troubles.

Podcast Episode by Jon B. Alterman Will Todman and Leah Hickert — October 17, 2023

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Innovation Lightbulb: Capital Expenditures among U.S. Chip Firms

Analyzing capital expenditure, or “capex,” from leading semiconductor firms headquartered in the United States can provide valuable insight into the nature of the industry. Publicly reported capex from fifteen leading U.S. companies over the past ten years shows dramatic growth in spending across the sector.

Newsletter by Gregory Arcuri and Bailey Crane — October 16, 2023

GeoTech Wars - Semiconductors: The Most Complex Device in History with Syed Alam

In this episode of GeoTech Wars, Kirti and Andrew dive into the semiconductor supply chain and manufacturing process, the most complex industrial system in human history. They are joined by guest Syed Alam, Global High Tech Industry Lead and Managing Director at Accenture.

Blog Post by Kirti Gupta and Chris Borges — October 16, 2023

Chinese Assessments of De-risking

How are Chinese scholars assessing recent U.S. and partner de-risking efforts? Join the Freeman Chair in China Studies and a panel of experts to unpack recently translated Chinese scholarship on this topic. 

Event — October 11, 2023

The Role of Industrial Clusters in Reshoring Semiconductor Manufacturing

The CHIPS and Science Act initiated a drive to revitalize U.S. manufacturing and innovation. This white paper models how industrial clusters can boost the U.S. semiconductor industry, a key driver of economic success, with global and domestic examples.

Report by Sujai Shivakumar Charles Wessner and Thomas Howell — October 10, 2023

Babel: Translating the Middle East

Khalid Ikram: Egypt's Economic Crisis

This week on Babel, Jon Alterman breaks down Egypt's economic crisis with Khalid Ikram, a veteran economist and consultant for over a dozen major international development organizations. They talk about the Egyptian military’s role in the economy and how Egyptian policymakers can alleviate the current crisis. 

Podcast Episode by Jon B. Alterman Will Todman and Leah Hickert — October 3, 2023

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