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Rethinking Research Security
The U.S. government has rightfully identified the People’s Republic of China as an adversary intent on stealing technology for its national interests, and the Department of Justice established the China ... -
On the Legality and Policy Ramifications of High Seas Seizures of Foreign Merchant Vessels for Violating U.S. Sanctions
In its efforts to enforce economic sanctions against Iran and Venezuela, the United States is straining the boundaries of traditionally accepted state behavior in some of the world’s busiest shipping lan... -
Disinformation, Annexation, & Deterrence: Why the CCP Is More Likely to Subvert Taiwan Than Invade
While analysts focus on military means the PLA may employ to invade Taiwan, most miss the significance of disinformation and cyber disruption the CCP exploits to set the conditions for a political annexa... -
ChinaTalk: China's Cyber Strengths + How to Analyze Policy
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The China Factor in U.S.-Albania Relations
Washington is strengthening its ties in the Western Balkans. -
The Strategic and Legal Implications of Biden’s New China Sanctions
An examination of the implications of Biden’s new China sanctions. -
Assessing China’s Presence and Power in the Caribbean
How can the U.S. counter a deepening China-Caribbean engagement? -
Sexual Violence and the War in Tigray
Reporting in Tigray suggests that different belligerents have engaged in different patterns of conflict-related sexual violence. Paying attention to these patterns is critical for understanding the dynam... -
New Zealand’s Troubling Precedent for China Extradition
The Supreme Court says the government can transfer an accused murderer to China if Beijing provides certain assurances, but takes for granted that China will keep its word. -
A Sea Change in Counterterrorism
The Biden administration's forthcoming strategy for tackling domestic extremism will formalize major changes already set in motion over the past few months. -
Biden Issues Executive Orders on Chinese Companies and Apps
Lawfare’s biweekly roundup of U.S.-China technology policy and national security news. -
The U.S. Needs a New Licensing Policy for Chinese Companies
Many Trump administration policies will lead to a wholesale decoupling between the United States and China with steep economic and strategic costs to the United States. To avoid this, the Biden administr...



