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2025-National-Security-Strategy-1.pdf
National Security Strategy of the United States 20252023-MILITARY-AND-SECURITY-DEVELOPMENTS-INVOLVING-THE-PEOPLES-REPUBLIC-OF-CHINA.pdf
U.S. Department of Defense — Military and Security Developments Involving the PRC (Annual China Military Report)U.S.-Strategic-Approach-to-The-Peoples-Republic-of-China-Report-5.24v1.pdf
U.S. State Department — Strategy for Addressing the PRC2023_Annual_Report_to_Congress.pdf
U.S.–China Economic and Security Review Commission (USCC) — Annual Report to CongressThe-Avoidable-War-Full-Report.pdf
The Avoidable War: U.S.–China Competition and Deterrence —(Kevin Rudd, condensed paper)strategicasia2020_russia_miller.pdf
National Bureau of Asian Research — u.s.-china competition for Global InfluenceA curated set of essays and analyses by Brookings experts covering strategy, trade, technology, and diplomacy.
Brookings Institution — The Future of U.S.–China PolicyData-rich project that visualizes China’s rising power relative to the United States across economics, military, innovation, and diplomacy.
CSIS — ChinaPower ProjectPolicy essays and short briefs on China’s domestic politics, strategy under Xi Jinping, and implications for U.S. policy.
National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) — China ProgramsAnalysis and events focused on diplomacy, crisis management, and practical approaches to managing competition and cooperation.
Asia Society Policy Institute — Center on U.S.–China RelationsUK-based think tank providing commentary and briefings on China’s foreign policy, global governance role, and international relations with the U.S.
Chatham House — China ResearchThis page gathers key information on China's participation in the WTO. China has been a member of WTO since 11 December 2001.
China and the WTOObjective research outlines on China’s military, technology, and strategic competition with the U.S.; results include reports, briefs, and graphics.
RAND Corporation — China TopicsCivil society organization focused on promoting a deeper understanding of U.S.–China policy choices and improving dialogue.
National Committee on U.S.–China RelationsOfficial WTO profile explaining China’s role in the global trading system, including commitments, disputes, and trade rules—useful for grounding economic debates in facts.
World Trade Organization — China Trade Profile
Great Decisions 2026 – China's adjustment to trade – Zenel Garcia
Group video: U.S. Army War CollegeShale Horowitz, PhD, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Group Video: U.S.-China Relations – Manitowoc Public LibrarySam Kaplan, Director, Center of Excellence for Global Trade and Supply Chain Management
Group Video: U.S.-China Relations (WorldOregon)WorldBoston welcomed Rana Mitter, ST Lee Chair in US-Asia Relations at the Harvard Kennedy School for a presentation and audience Q&A.
Great Decisions – GBH Forum Network and WorldBoston: A World Affairs CouncilDr. Garcia discusses the US and China trade war as it enters the second phase, Beijing has sought to mitigate much of the impact through the diversification of its supply chains and export markets as well as leveraging its dominance in chokepoints in key industries.
Great Decisions – U.S. Army War CollegeA widely viewed, Frontline documentary that traces China’s political and economic evolution and its implications for U.S.–China relations. It situates the bilateral relationship within broader historical and strategic contexts.
China, the U.S. & the Rise of Xi Jinping — PBS FrontlineCovers the economic tensions and shifting trade relations between the two powers, with analysis from multiple perspectives.
US-China Trade Conflict — Al Jazeera EnglishA 60 Minutes report featuring interviews and on-the-ground reporting about U.S.–China competition and mistrust across economic and strategic fronts.
60 Minutes — State of the U.S.-China RelationshipExperts discuss future scenarios for U.S.–China relations and how risk, communication, and strategic choices factor into the evolving competition.
What Lies Ahead for Future U.S.-China Relations? — Carnegie EndowmentExplores contemporary events, mistrust, and strategic competition, connecting political and economic drivers in an accessible format.
US-China Rivalry: What’s Behind the Growing Tensions? — To the PointA broad documentary on China’s rise, touching on economic growth, global influence, and technology — excellent background on China’s global role.
China: Power and Prosperity — PBS NewsHourA recent webinar from Columbia’s Institute of Global Politics that looks at evolving diplomacy and policy debates shaping bilateral relations.
US-China Relations: What Comes Next? — Columbia SIPAA scholarly overview of how the relationship has evolved and what it means for global politics — useful for connecting history with current policy.
U.S.-China Relations: Past, Present, and Future Implications (Geneva Graduate Institute)Research articles, policy briefs, and events from scholars on economics, strategy, and diplomacy.
Data-focused analysis on China’s power, global influence, military modernization, and economic strategy.
Policy research and task forces focused on managing competition, building guardrails, and diplomatic stability.
Briefs and essays on China’s strategy, regional dynamics, and implications for U.S. policy.
Objective research on China’s military, technology, and geopolitical strategy.
Bipartisan commission with annual reports and targeted studies on economic competition, technology, and security.
Nonprofit focused on deepening understanding of U.S.–China policy issues through dialogues and educational resources.
Global think tank with experts on strategic competition, diplomacy, and governance.
Strong economic focus on trade, supply chains, and economic rivalry — especially useful to link Topic 2 and 3.
Independent research on China from an Asia-Pacific regional perspective; good for understanding how countries beyond the U.S. experience this relationship.
A contemporary overview by scholars on how strategic competition defines current U.S.–China relations, with historical context and policy insights. Read more
Explores how U.S.–China competition plays out across the Asia-Pacific, including multilateral dimensions and regional responses. Read more
Focuses on economic competition and leadership in the global economy — key for understanding trade, tech, and supply-chain aspects. Read more
Examines strategic shifts in Asia, including security and economic interests that shape Washington–Beijing relations. Read more
Frames the contemporary relationship through the lens of strategic rivalry, comparing it with past great-power competition. Read more
Accessible analysis of how the bilateral relationship has transformed under Xi Jinping and recent U.S. administrations. Read more
Brings together perspectives aimed at building stable foundations for bilateral engagement, rooted in strategic thinking and cooperation challenges. Read more
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