Chinese dominance over the refinement of rare earth elements puts U.S. national security and economic interests at risk due to over-reliance. These materials are crucial to the production of magnets, batteries, and other products, all of which are used in the defense, energy, and technology sectors. The United States should prioritize diversification to avoid possible supply chain disruptions from political tensions.Read more...
NATO is increasingly focused on China and its efforts to aid Russia's war in Ukraine and upset the international order. Europe has the opportunity to leverage its economic power over China to force changes, but it must be united. Read more...
If Biden's LNG export strategy leaves non-FTA importers unable to meet their energy needs, states planning a natural gas transition may look elsewhere. However, new policy mechanisms may be in order if the Department of Energy finds that increased dependence on natural gas poses a risk for the U.S. and its allies. Read more...
On June 14th, the American Security Project hosted a panel discussion on aligning trade policy with climate goals in order to facilitate green trade.Read more...
Russia’s can withstand some of the economic pressure in the short term, but a robust list of sanctions can cripple the country.Read more...
As the U.S. progresses with its fast-paced post-pandemic economic recovery agenda, it is vital that we continue to act not only in our best interests but recognize America's position as a global economic leader that has immense influence in shaping the world economy. Read more...
The American Security Project hosted a public event on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Distinguished guests Eric Farnsworth and Ed Gerwin joined us for a panel discussion of the USMCA and the implications of free trade on national security. Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX), provided introductory remarks before the panel. ASP COO Andrew Holland moderated the discussion.Read more...
The current Sino-U.S. trade war and military aggression in the South China Sea paints an uncertain picture for future relations between the two countries. At the same time, Russia and China have increased the sale of advanced military technology, a collaboration unnerving to the U.S.Read more...
In addition to increased aggression, the Chinese government has built several man-made military bases on top of arcs of shallow reef islands populated by tropical marine life in the South China Sea. Considering that the world has a over 5 trillion dollars invested in trade flow in the South China Sea, an increased military escalation could cause the regional powers to enter into a conflict that could potentially cost more than they bargain for.Read more...
Amidst US economic sanctions on Iran, India may need to rapidly divert its interests from the Iranian oil market.Read more...
