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Reining in the Export Control Arms Race

Export controls are evolving from a national security policy tool to an instrument of economic coercion. When Trump and Xi meet next in May, reining in the arms race should be at the top of the agenda.

Commentary by Kate Koren, Scott Kennedy, Philip Luck, and Ilaria Mazzocco — April 10, 2026

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Can the WTO Reform? | The Futures Summit

CSIS welcomes WTO Director General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a discussion on what a reformed WTO could look like - one that integrates trade with global health, climate action, and gender equity.

Event — April 15, 2026

Reining in the Export Control Arms Race

Export controls are evolving from a national security policy tool to an instrument of economic coercion. When Trump and Xi meet next in May, reining in the arms race should be at the top of the agenda.

Commentary by Kate Koren, Scott Kennedy, Philip Luck, and Ilaria Mazzocco — April 10, 2026

It’s More Than Grit

It's the Monopolies, Stupid

In this episode, Mariana speaks with Adolfo Babatz, Founder and CEO of Clip, which transformed the Mexican streetscape by not only putting a payment terminal into the hands of micro-merchants but also by offering financial services to help them become more efficient.

Podcast Episode by Mariana Campero — April 9, 2026

It’s More Than Grit
Southeast Asia Radio

Domestic Politics Updates in Malaysia with Asrul Sani

This week, Greg is joined by Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani to discuss the latest updates from Malaysian domestic politics in the aftermath of a “corporate mafia” political scandal. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest, from Myanmar’s leadership changes to tech investments in Thailand.

Podcast Episode by Gregory B. Poling, Japhet Quitzon, Lauren Mai, and Asrul Hadi Abdullah Sani — April 9, 2026

CSIS Southeast Asia Radio

World Trade Organization Ministerial Post-Mortem

Looking back on the World Trade Organization ministerial, Bill Reinsch provides an overview of the event’s underwhelming deliverables and limited accomplishments.

Commentary by William Alan Reinsch — April 8, 2026

Export Controls: National Security Tool or Industrial Policy Lever?

Semiconductor export controls were originally instituted by the Biden administration in October 2022 to address certain narrow national security concerns arising out of China’s advances in AI. A further expansion of government intervention should be rejected.

Blog Post by Sujai Shivakumar and Thomas Howell — April 7, 2026