The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

New Atlanticist Jan 3, 2023

Five trends to watch in 2023 as the global economy tries a dangerous reboot

By Josh Lipsky

With each trend, policymakers can focus on a return to the status quo or build something different, and better, this year.
China Economic Sanctions
The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

Econographics Feb 21, 2023

Offensive friendshoring and deteriorating US-China relations

By Hung Tran

The increasingly offensive use of an offensive US friendshoring policy will make it more challenging to manage US-China strategic competition
China Economy & Business
The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

New Atlanticist Feb 23, 2023

The big questions (and answers) about Ajay Banga’s nomination to lead the World Bank

By Atlantic Council experts

What to know about the former Mastercard chief executive officer’s surprise nomination to lead the World Bank.
Economy & Business Fiscal and Structural Reform

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Sinographs

Nov 22, 2024

The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

By Josh Lipsky, Mrugank Bhusari

Diversification away from China is proving far more difficult for high value-added goods such as electronics - and the incoming Trump administration knows that.

China Economy & Business

In the News

Nov 21, 2024

China Pathfinder report cited in the US-China Economic and Security Review Commission’s annual report on China’s property sector crisis

Read the full report here

China Economy & Business

In the News

Nov 17, 2024

Front page event with Under Secretary Jay Shambaugh featured in the Washington Post on China’s economy

Read the full article here

China International Financial Institutions

Event Recap

Nov 8, 2024

MENA’s economic outlook for 2025 and beyond from the Atlantic Council’s IMF/World Bank Week 

By Kate Springs and Leila Ouhri

During this year’s World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Fall Meetings, the Atlantic Council’s empowerME Initiative, alongside the GeoEconomics Center, hosted a week of events that provided plentiful insights into the region’s economic outlook.   The Economic and Social Costs of the Gaza War “We’ve had the loss of lives, injuries, and the cessation of […]

Economy & Business Financial Regulation

Report

Nov 6, 2024

Iraq’s 2024 budget: Not what it appears when it first meets the eye

By Ahmed Tabaqchali

Iraq’s budget update seems straightforward but holds hidden complexities. A closer look uncovers discrepancies between appearances and realities, offering insights into Iraq’s fiscal strategy and the structural challenges shaping its economic future.

Economy & Business Iraq

Econographics

Nov 1, 2024

The underestimated implications of the BRICS Summit in Russia

By Hung Tran

It is a mistake for the West to dismiss the power of symbolism and narratives in the geopolitical competition for global influence.

Digital Currencies Economy & Business

In the News

Oct 25, 2024

Donovan quoted by The Banker on the divergence in global financial system

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Economy & Business Financial Regulation

In the News

Oct 25, 2024

Front Page event with President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde featured in Axios on inflation risks in the services sector

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Economy & Business European Union

In the News

Oct 25, 2024

Lipsky quoted in Axios on the prospects for fiscal tightening in the US

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Economy & Business Fiscal and Structural Reform

In the News

Oct 25, 2024

Front Page event with President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde cited in Reuters on rate cuts in Europe

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Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia
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Abdoul Salam Bello

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Africa Center

Economy & Business Inclusive Growth

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Chris Brummer

Nonresident Senior Fellow

GeoEconomics Center

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Ignacio Campomanes

Senior Advisor

Freedom and Prosperity Center

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Mauricio Cárdenas

Former Minister of Finance; Former Minister of Economic Development, Transport, Planning; Former Minister of Mines and Energy, Colombia

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Colombia Economy & Business

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Martin Cassinelli

Assistant Director

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Lesley Chavkin

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Economic Statecraft Initiative GeoEconomics Center

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