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NEW: Coronavirus Impact Series
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As COVID-19 continues to spread around the globe, the National Committee introduces a special multimedia series of expert interviews that examines the potential economic, social, and political impact of the coronavirus outbreak, and its long-term implications for U.S.-China relations and the citizens of both countries.
Watch the first three short videos on trade, financial markets, and NGOs operating in China.
Check back as we continue to update our Coronavirus Impact Series webpage with new videos, articles, graphics, and more.
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PIP Fellows Convene in Seattle for Expert Workshop
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NCUSCR’s sixth cohort of Public Intellectual Program Fellows gathered in Seattle, Washington, for the program’s second workshop in February. They toured the Port of Seattle, met with state officials, and engaged in high-level discussions with experts to better understand how trade with China affects American ports, infrastructure, and the economy. Pictured above: A candid discussion with former U.S. Ambassador to China, Gary Locke. |
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Schwarzman Scholars and Alumni Meet at MOCA
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Schwarzman scholars and alumni convened at the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) in celebration of the Lantern Festival on February 8. The event, hosted by the National Committee-Schwarzman Scholars Partnership, sought to provide a sense of community amidst the outbreak and spread of the coronavirus in China and raise awareness for MOCA, particularly as Manhattan’s Chinatown community suffers from stigma associated with COVID-19. Attendees enjoyed drinks, dim sum, and a tour of the museum’s core exhibit, led by museum President Nancy Yao Maasbach. |
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Amb. Robert Blackwill: A U.S. Strategy Toward China
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Amid growing challenges in U.S.-China relations, Ambassador Robert Blackwill presented twenty-two policy recommendations for a grand U.S. strategy towards China, at a public event moderated by NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins in New York on February 13. The discussion included how Sino-American relations will have a major influence on the shape of global political, economic, and social developments in the coming decades.
Five key takeaways from discussion I Event video I Podcast interview |
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Young China Professionals Discuss Global Infrastructure
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Dr. Isaac B. Kardon, assistant professor at the U.S Naval War College (NWC) and NCUSCR Public Intellectual Program Fellow, joined NCUSCR’s Young China Professionals group for a free-flowing discussion on China’s overseas port projects, its growing footprint in the region, and broader regional maritime issues. His presentation was followed by a lively Q&A that included questions about China’s Belt and Road Initiative and global trade.
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People-to-People Connections Sprout Over Nature
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"People-to-people exchange is one of the most effective ways to improve communications between the countries." Peter Smerud, executive director of Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center in Minnesota, traveled to nature reserves in Taiwan and southern China as part of the National Committee's Professional Fellows Program (PFP). He was interviewed about his experience for a local Minnesota radio station and newspaper.
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Video: Matt Sheehan on the Transpacific Tech Sector
In this episode of U.S.-China Insights, Matt Sheehan of MacroPolo explains both the collaborative and competitive nature of the U.S.-China tech relationship, and how it will be affected by attempts to 'securitize' and even decouple the tech sector.
Watch the video to learn more about U.S.-China tech relations |
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Podcast: David Zweig on China’s Thousand Talents Plan
In a podcast interview with NCUSCR President Stephen Orlins, Dr. David Zweig of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology shares his research on China's "brain drain," Beijing's 1000 Talents Plan, and Washington's response to that program.
Listen to Zweig's full remarks
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Video [MANDARIN]: Huang Yiping on the Economy: Comparing American and Chinese Perspectives
In this episode of the NCUSCR Weibo Short Interview Series, Dr. Huang Yiping of Peking University shares his observations on American and Chinese economists’ differing perspectives on the Chinese economy, and where the differences derive from.
Watch the video for his full interview in Mandarin
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