Recent Events

Barbara Finamore, expert in environmental law and Chinese energy policy, explains the significance of China’s new leadership role in international efforts to combat climate change.

Rongbin Han analyzes the dynamics of online expression in China, and how China’s digital infrastructure has allowed the authoritarian regime to withstand internal pressures. 

The National Committee honored BlackRock, Inc., at our annual black-tie Gala Dinner in New York City.

Benjamin Shobert explores how American attitudes toward China have changed in recent years, and how U.S. domestic politics have affected our understanding of China’s impact on American power.

Andrew Small analyzes reports on the mass detention of ethnic Uyghurs in Xinjiang in the context of international terrorism.

Professors Rory Truex and Benjamin Liebman discuss challenges faced by American China scholars amid allegations of censorship and self-censorship.

Pieter Bottelier analyzes the evolution of economic policy in China since the establishment of the People’s Republic, as shifts in the political landscape often determined whether policy was driven by economic pragmatism or ideology.

The twelfth annual CHINA Town Hall took place on October 9, 2018 at 100+ venues across the United States and Greater China, and featured Condoleezza Rice, former secretary of state and national security advisor, as the national webcast speaker.

Dr. Kai-Fu Lee explores the intricacies of artificial intelligence in both China and the United States, and the impact that advances will have on both AI superpowers.

Dr. Ji Li shares his findings on Chinese commercial activity in the United States, and adherence to U.S. legal and regulatory institutions.  

Stephen R. Platt discusses his new book, offering a unique perspective on one of the most consequential events in Chinese history.

Consul General Kurt W. Tong of the U.S. Consulate in Hong Kong reflects on political and economic issues facing the city, and their impact on U.S. policy in the region.