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Europe’s Misgivings About Sanctions Don’t Bode Well for US Export Controls
By Michael Laha
Agathe Demarais’ new book “Backfire: How Sanctions Reshape the World Against U.S. Interests” has important insights for the future of U.S. China policy.
US Burma Act Uplifts the Resistance Movement in Myanmar
By Ye Myo Hein
The incorporation of the Burma Act in the 2023 NDAA has raised strong public expectations in Myanmar that substantial U.S. support will be forthcoming.
Source: Dutch, Japanese Join US Limits on Chip Tech to China
By Dee-Ann Durbin and Aamer Madhani
The deal hasn't yet been formally announced, but a source told the AP that the U.S., Japan, and the Netherlands have come to an agreement.
A New Chapter for India-US Defense Ties
By Basant S. Sanghera
Biden and Modi have a robust engagement calendar. The U.S. should leverage these opportunities to develop an ambitious roadmap for deepening defense ties with India.
Biden Nominates New Special Envoy for North Korean Human Rights Issues
By Mitch Shin
After the position lay vacant for six years, the U.S. finally has a nominee to tackle North Korean human rights issues.
TSMC’s US Investments Spark Political Controversy in Taiwan
By Brian Hioe
Plans for new chip plants in the U.S. have sparked concerns about Taiwan’s “silicon shield” – and whether Washington has Taipei’s best interests at heart.
The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan Is Back. Washington Should Take Note.
By Harris Samad
The circumstances are dangerously ripe for a destabilizing element to shift the strategic balance in South Asia, with global consequences.
Will Kevin McCarthy’s GOP Finally Make China a Partisan Issue?
By Jiachen Shi
Republicans may find they can best pursue two top agenda items – contain China and cripple Biden – by intertwining them.
How a Biden Legislative Achievement Jeopardized Relations With South Korea
By Jaemin Lee
The Inflation Reduction Act strained ties with South Korea, threatening further cooperation on U.S. priorities. How can Washington repair the damage?
Biden to Host Japan’s Kishida for Talks on Defense, Economy
By Mari Yamaguchi
Ahead of the visit, Japan's prime minister promised a deeper alliance with the U.S. under Japan's new defense strategy.
Are US Allies Falling out of ‘Alignment’ on China?
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Biden administration trumpets its efforts to build consensus on China policy through consultation. Recent legislation challenged that.
China-US Competition Seems to be Working for Africa
By Chensi Li and Sena Voncujovi
But African leaders will need to keep working to reap the full benefits.