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The Institute for America, China, and the Future of Global Affairs (ACF) brings rigor and reason to public and policy discussion on China.

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At a time of challenges and great flux in the world, our purpose is to add rigor and reason, convening diverse perspectives with civility and creativity to help get China right.” - @jessicacweiss @SAIS_ACF Launch

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Read the piece here: https://t.co/9Vz6dHVbNu

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"In the AI era, deterrence cannot rest on the promise of permanent technological superiority or decisive first-mover advantage.”

In a new ACF Insights memo, Jack Shanahan argues that when it comes to AI competition, the US and China are racing in the dark. Link in reply.

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Read Jack Shanahan's "In AI, the United States and China Are Racing in the Dark": https://t.co/9Vz6dHVbNu
Read Jeffrey Ding's "The AI Race Is Many Marathons, Not One Sprint": https://t.co/ZGDVZ4a11v

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We’re excited to announce two new ACF Insights pieces! From Jack Shanahan and Jeffrey Ding, these pieces offer fresh perspectives on AI competition between the US and China. Read both new pieces at the links in the reply.

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@SAISHopkins Register here for our in-person event on April 3: https://t.co/7DN3RRJW5J

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What do the United States and China each want—from each other and from the world?
On April 3, @SAISHopkins ACF will convene leading voices to consider how domestic politics, public narratives, and tech developments are reshaping competition and risk. Register at link in reply.

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In #ACFInsights: "How to Predict China’s Intentions" Dan Taylor (ACF Senior Fellow, Former NIO) examines Party Congress work reports to show how CCP leaders adjust aims based on perceived threat and national power—and highlights what to watch for the 2027 Party Congress. Read ⬇️

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In #ACFInsights, @wallyadeyemo (@USTreasury, @ColumbiaSIPA) & Gabe Malek (@StanfordLaw) argue reducing U.S. dependence on China for critical minerals requires a clear strategy—prioritizing national security, improving interagency coordination, & strengthening partnerships. Read⬇️

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In "How to Compete in the Age of Smart Factories," from our new #ACFInsights series, @SAISHopkins Associate Professor @jonasnahm argues 21st-century manufacturing strength comes from the coordinated deployment of robotics, AI, and workforce training—not technology alone. Read⬇️

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We are thrilled to launch ACF Insights, a new ACF publication series aimed at strengthening U.S. China policy—interrogating core assumptions and advancing concrete recommendations. The first two memos are live (see below), with more in the pipeline: https://t.co/jALJxBuWFr

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On Monday, @SAIS_ACF held "Bargaining with Beijing: The Politics of Chinese Investment in America," moderated by @sdonnan with panelists @jerometenk, @Kate_K_Logan, and @tedfertik.
Watch here: https://t.co/W31R7o2WmY

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Join us tomorrow at 11:30 AM! Register here: https://t.co/SXefmELIlD

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How should the U.S. engage with China’s evolving approach to outbound investment while protecting its own interests?
Join @SAIS_ACF this Monday, 11:30 a.m. ET for "Bargaining with Beijing: The Politics of Chinese Investment in America."
Register below!👇

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Featuring: @jerometenk @Kate_K_Logan @tedfertik @sdonnan
Register: https://t.co/DvmwPRRh1W

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How should the U.S. engage with China’s evolving approach to outbound investment while protecting its own interests?
Join @SAIS_ACF this Monday, 11:30 a.m. ET for "Bargaining with Beijing: The Politics of Chinese Investment in America."
Register below!👇

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Last week, faculty director @jessicacweiss joined SAIS Dean Jim Steinberg, Secretary @HillaryClinton, and Columbia SIPA Dean @YarhiMilo to discuss how leaders make choices under pressure—and the delicate balance between resolve, restraint, and ambiguity in crisis decision-making.

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@sdonnan @jerometenk @tedfertik @Kate_K_Logan Register here: https://t.co/SXefmELIlD

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What would a new wave of Chinese investment in the U.S. mean for workers, industries, and policymakers?
Join @SAIS_ACF Oct 27, 11:30 a.m. ET for “Bargaining with Beijing: The Politics of Chinese Investment in America.” @sdonnan, @jerometenk, @tedfertik, & @Kate_K_Logan