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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, reigning 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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China’s High-Tech Drive in 10 Charts

In this commentary, Scott Kennedy breaks down the main findings of his CSIS report, The Power of Innovation: The Strategic Value of China’s High-Tech Drive, through 10 charts.

Commentary by Scott Kennedy — April 10, 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, reigning 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

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

Winning the Minerals Race Requires Building Demand, Not Just Supply

Minerals security is not just a supply challenge; it is a demand one. China built dominance by linking mines to manufacturing and driving demand through firms like BYD. The United States needs bold demand-side policy and real incentives to source from allies and unlock investment.

Commentary by Gracelin Baskaran — April 3, 2026