U.S. Foreign Policy
With the downward trajectory in [U.S.-China] relations, the incoming ambassador ideally will need to have a visible connection to the president and his senior advisers, familiarity with the range of issues that comprise the relationship, and a future in American politics. The more the ambassador is seen as likely to wield influence in the future on issues affecting China, the higher the cost and risk for Beijing to mistreat him/her.
2021
Jan
19
Past Event
U.S.-Japan relations: Policy challenges for the Biden administration (Part 2: Economics, trade, COVID-19, climate, infrastructure and connectivity)
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[On the D-10's definition and inclusion criteria] For example, Hungary, Russia or China are obviously never going to be included in a D-10. But with the current Polish or Indian governments you are already entering a gray zone.
2021
Jan
12
Past Event
US-Japan relations: Policy challenges for the Biden administration (Part 1: National security and politics)
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