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U.S.- China Economic and Security Review Commission Research Archive

Disclaimer

The research papers in this section were prepared at the request of the Commission to support its deliberations. They are posted to the Commission’s website in order to promote greater public understanding of the issues addressed by the Commission in its ongoing assessment of U.S.-China economic relations and their implications for U.S. security, as mandated by P.L. 106-398 and P.L. 108-7. Their posting to the Commission’s website does not imply an endorsement by the Commission or any individual Commissioner of the views or conclusions expressed in them.


Patterns in U.S.-China Trade Since China's Accession to the World Trade Organization
Written by USCC Research Fellow (2011): Joseph Casey; November 29, 2012


An Analysis of Chinese Investments in the U.S. Economy
Prepared for the USCC by Andrew Szamosszegi, Capital Trade, Incorporated, November 7, 2012


Export Assistance and the China Challenge
Written by USCC Staff: Anna Tucker; May 7, 2012


China's Evolving Space Capabilities: Implications for U.S. Interests
Prepared for the USCC by Mark A. Stokes with Dean Cheng, Project 2049 Institute; April 26, 2012


China and the Arctic: Objectives and Obstacles
Written by USCC Staff: Caitlin Campbell; April 13, 2012


Indigenous Weapons Development in China’s Military Modernization
Written by USCC Fellow Amy Chang, April 5, 2012


The Chinese Communist Party and Its Emerging Next-Generation Leaders
Written by USCC Research Coordinator John Dotson, March 23, 2012


"China's First Deployment of Combat Forces to a UN Peacekeeping Mission—South Sudan"
Written by USCC Staff: Daniel Hartnett; March 13, 2012


China Media Watch: Chinese State-Run Media Depicts Xi Visit as Victory Lap, Lecture Tour
Written by USCC Staff: David Herbert; February 17, 2012


An Analysis of State-owned Enterprises and State Capitalism in China
Prepared for the USCC by Andrew Szamosszegi and Cole Kyle, Capital Trade, Incorporated, October 26, 2011


China’s Foreign Assistance in Review
Written by USCC Staff: Jonathan Weston, Caitlin Campbell, and Katherine Koleski, September 1, 2011


The Confucian Revival in the Propaganda Narratives of the Chinese Government
Written by USCC Research Coordinator John Dotson, July 20, 2011


The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Delegation Visit to the United States, May 2011: A Summary of Key Actors and Issues
Written by USCC Research Fellow Amy Chang, June 30, 2011.


Backgrounder: China’s 12th Five-Year Plan
Written by USCC Research Assistant Katherine Koleski and Research Fellow Joseph Casey, June 24, 2011


Backgrounder: China in Latin America
Written by USCC Research Assistant Katherine Koleski, May 27, 2011


China’s Program for Science and Technology Modernization: Implications for American Competitiveness
Prepared for the USCC by Micah Springut, Stephen Schlaikjer and David Chen, CENTRA Technology, Inc., April 20, 2011


Going Out: An Overview of China’s Outward Foreign Direct Investment
Written by USCC Policy Analyst Nargiza Salidjanova, March 30, 2011


Ready for Takeoff: China’s Advancing Aerospace Industry
Prepared for the USCC by Roger Cliff, Chad J.R. Ohlandt, and David Yang, RAND Corporation, March 2011


The Evolving Role of China in International Institutions
Prepared for the Commission by Stephen Olson and Clyde Prestowitz, The Economic Strategy Institute, January 2011


The National Security Implications of Investments and Products from the People’s Republic of China in the Telecommunications Sector
Prepared by USCC staff with the support of Reperi LLC, January 11, 2011


China’s Rare Earths Industry and its Role in the International Market
Written by USCC Policy Analyst Lee Levkowitz and Research Intern Nathan Beauchamp-Mustafaga, November 3, 2010


Chinese Infrastructure and Natural Resources Investments in North Korea
Written by USCC Research Fellow Daniel Gearin, October 20, 2010


Evaluating a Potential U.S.-China Bilateral Investment Treaty: Background, Context and Implications
Prepared for the USCC by the Economist Intelligence Unit, March 30, 2010


Potential Health & Safety Impacts from Pharmaceuticals and Supplements Containing Chinese-Sourced Raw Ingredients
Prepared for the USCC by the NSD Bio Group, LLC, March 2010


China’s Use of Perception Management and Strategic Deception
Prepared for the USCC by Eric C. Anderson and Mr. Jeffrey G. Engstrom, SAIC, November 2009


China’s Defense Industry on the Path of Reform
Prepared for the USCC by James Mulvenon and Rebecca Samm Tyroler-Cooper, October 2009


Capability of the People’s Republic of China to Conduct Cyber Warfare and Computer Network Exploitation
Prepared for the USCC by Northrop Grumman, October 9, 2009


The 88 Queensway Group: A Case Study in Chinese Investors’ Operations in Angola and Beyond
Written by USCC Staff: Lee Levkowitz, Marta McLellan Ross, and J.R. Warner, July 10, 2009

Disclaimer: This paper is the product of professional research performed by staff of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission and reflects the work of the authors. This paper and its contents do not necessarily reflect the positions or opinions of the Commission or its members or of any of the Commission’s other professional staff.


China’s Soaring Commercial and Financial Power: How it is affecting the US and the World
Prepared for the USCC by Dr.  Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, June 2009


An Assessment of China’s Subsidies to Strategic and Heavyweight Industries
Prepared for the USCC by Capitol Trade Incorporated, March 23, 2009

 

Capabilities of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army to Carry Out Military Action in the Event of a Regional Military Conflict
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Eric C. Anderson and Mr. Jeffrey G. Engstrom, SAIC, March 2009

 

Research Report on Chinese High-Tech Industries
Prepared for the USCC by NSD Bio Group, LLC, January 2009

 

China's Policy of Substantially Undervaluing the Renminbi: A Challenge for the International Monetary and Trading System
Prepared by David A. Hartquist and Jeffrey S. Beckington, Kelley Drye & Warren LLP; and Ariel Collis, Georgetown Economic Services, LLC, September 15, 2008


China’s Global Trade Balance Discrepancy: Hong Kong Entrepôt Effects and Round-Tripping Chinese Capital
Prepared by Yanchun Liu, Matthew M. Kemper, and Dr. Patrick Magrath, Georgetown Economic Services, LLC; and Craig R. Giesze, CRG Consulting Texas, Inc, September 12, 2008


Briefing Paper for USCC Hearing on Research and Development, Technological Advances in Key Industries, and Changing Trade Flows with China
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, July 16, 2008


Tracing the Supply Chains for the F-22 Raptor Fighter Aircraft, UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopter and the DDG 1000 Zumwalt-Class Destroyer
Prepared for the USCC by Synthesis Partners, November 9, 2007


UPDATE: The Importance of Trade Remedies to the U.S. Trade Relationship with China - Challenges Facing the Use of Antidumping Law: A Critical Period for the Administration and Congressional Action
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Robert E. Lighthizer, David A. Hartquist, Linda A. Andros, and Roger B. Schagrin, July 20, 2005


The Importance of Trade Remedies to the U.S. Trade Relationship with China – Challenges Facing the Use of Antidumping Law: A Critical Period for the Administration and Congressional Action
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Robert E. Lighthizer, David A. Hartquist, Linda A. Andros, and Roger B. Schagrin, May 16, 2005


China’s Soaring Financial, Industrial and Technological Power
Prepared by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, September 2007


China’s Compliance with WTO Commitments and Obligations: 2005-2007 Update
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Patrick J. McDonough, Esq., Natalie E. Stewart, and Anne Ammons, Stewart and Stewart, September 2007


China’s Laws, Regulations and Practices in the Areas of Technology Transfer, Trade-Related Investment Measures, Subsidies and Intellectual Property Protection Which Raise WTO Compliance Concerns
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Amy S. Dwyer, Elizabeth A. Argenti, and Philip A. Butler, Stewart and Stewart, September 2007


More Than 50 Years of Trade Rule Discrimination on Taxation: How Trade with China is Affected
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Eric P. Salonen, and Patrick J. McDonough, Stewart and Stewart, August 2007


Briefing Paper for the USCC Field Investigation: Effects of the United States-China Trade on the Economy of the State of North Carolina
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, June 6, 2007


China’s Support Programs for Selected Industries: Agriculture
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart and Jin Ma, Stewart and Stewart, June 2007


China’s Support Programs for Selected Industries: Wood and Wood Products
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart, June 2007


China’s Support Programs for Selected Industries: Textiles and Apparel
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart, June 2007


The Crisis in Intellectual Property Protection and China’s Role in That Crisis
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Elizabeth A. Argenti, and Philip A. Butler, Stewart and Stewart, May 2007


China’s Industrial Subsidies Study: High Technology
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart, April 2007


An Assessment of China’s Anti-Satellite and Space Warfare Programs, Policies and Doctrines
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Michael P. Pillsbury, January 19, 2007


China’s Overseas Investments in Oil and Gas Production
Prepared for the USCC by the Eurasia Group, October 16, 2006


Fueling the Dragon’s Flame: How China’s Energy Demands Affect its Relationships in the Middle East
Prepared for the USCC by John Keefer Douglas, Matthew B. Nelson, and Kevin Schwartz, September 14, 2006


A Review of TRIPS and TRIMs Enforcement Issues In the People’s Republic of China: Background and Analysis of the Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement Crisis Facing U.S. Industry
Prepared by Edward A. Miller and Helen B. Miller, Silverbrook Associates, Inc., October 2007


Working Paper: A Great Wall of Patents: China and American Investors – Selected Consequences of Proposed U.S. Patent “Reforms”
Prepared for the USCC by Pat Choate, Manufacturing Policy Project, November 7, 2005


Any Change to China’s Non-Market Economy Status Must Be Based on the Criteria Specified Under U.S. Antidumping Law
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Robert E. Lighthizer, David A. Hartquist, Linda A. Andros, and Roger B. Schagrin, August 18, 2005


Working Paper: An Analysis of U.S.-China Advanced Technology Trade
Prepared by Pat Choate and Edward A. Miller, Manufacturing Policy Project, April 2005


Briefing Paper for the USCC Field Investigation: China’s High Technology Development
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MGB Information Services, April 21, 2005


China's Progress in Technological Competitiveness: The Need for a New Assessment
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Michael P. Pillsbury, April 21, 2005


U.S.-China Trade, 1989-2003: Impact on Jobs and Industries, Nationally and State-by-State
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Robert E. Scott, Economic Policy Institute, January 2005

Tables: Effects on Employment of U.S. Trade Deficit with China, by State and Major Industry

China in the WTO – Year 3
Prepared for the USCC by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart, January 21, 2005


Briefing Paper for the USCC Field Investigation: The Impact of U.S.-China Trade & Investment on Pacific Northwest Industries
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, October 14, 2004


The Changing Nature of Corporate Global Restructuring: The Impact of Production Shifts on Jobs in the U.S., China, and Around the Globe
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Kate Bronfenbrenner and Dr. Stephanie Luce, October 14, 2004


Briefing Paper for the USCC Field Investigation:  The Impact of U.S.-China Trade & Investment on Key Manufacturing Sectors in Akron, Ohio
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, September 23, 2004


China's Compliance with World Trade Organization Obligations: A Review of China's 1st Two Years of Membership
Prepared for the USCC by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart, March 19, 2004


The US Role in Taiwan's Defense Reforms - Dr. Michael Pillsbury
Prepared by Dr. Michael Pillsbury, February 29, 2004


Briefing Paper for the USCC Field Investigation: China’s Impact on the US Manufacturing Base in Columbia, South Carolina
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, January 30, 2004


The Impact of Foreign Weapons and Technology on the Modernization of China’s People’s Liberation Army
Prepared for the USCC by Richard D. Fisher, Jr., Center for Security Policy, January 2004


China’s World Trade and Investment Overview
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Allen J. Lenz, October 2003


New Developments in Russia-China Military Relations: A Report on the August 19-23 2003 Moscow Aerospace Salon (MAKS)
Prepared for the USCC by Richard D. Fisher, Jr., Center for Security Policy, October 7, 2003


China’s Very Rapid Economic, Industrial, and Technological Emergence: An Investigation into the Military Implications of Technology and Skill Shifts to and Dependencies on the People's Republic of China by the U.S. Defense Industrial Base
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Charles W. McMillion, MBG Information Services, June 5, 2002


Perspectives toward the United States in Selected Newspapers of the People’s Republic of China
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Deborah A. Cai and Brecken Chinn Swartz, University of Maryland, May 30, 2002


Impact of U.S.-China Trade Relations on Workers, Wages, and Employment: Pilot Study Report
Prepared for the USCC by Drs. Kate Bronfenbrenner, James Burke, Stephanie Luce, Robert Hickey, Tom Juravich, Elissa Braunstein, and Jerry Epstein, June 30, 2001


The Capital Needs of the People’s Republic of China (2001-2005) Prepared for the Commission by Gordon G. Chang

Response to The Capital Needs of the People's Republic of China  (2001-2005)
Submitted to the USCC by Dr. Nicholas Lardy, Brookings Institution, May 20, 2002

An Analysis: The US Industrial Base and China
Prepared for the USCC by Pat Choate and Edward Miller

  Executive Summary

 

China’s Role in World Trade and Investment
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Allen J. Lenz, April 2002


China’s Military Strategy Toward the U.S.A. :   View from Open Sources
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Michael P. Pillsbury, November 2, 2001

Capital Markets Transparency and Security :  The Nexus Between U.S.-China Security Relations and America’s Capital Markets
Prepared for the USCC by Adam M. Pener, Center for Security Policy, June 29, 2001


China’s Perception of the U.S.A.: The View from Open Sources
Prepared for the USCC by Dr. Michael P. Pillsbury

China’s Research Institutes
Prepared by Dr. Michael P. Pillsbury


Accession of the People’s Republic of China to the World Trade Organization: Baseline of Commitments, Initial Implementation, and Implications for U.S.-PRC Trade Relations and U.S. Security Interests
Prepared by Terence P. Stewart, Stewart and Stewart


Trade Data and Analyses (2005)
Prepared for Commission by Charles W. McMillion, Ph.D., President & Chief Economist, MBG Information Services