John Schaus

May 6, 2024 | csis.org | Cynthia Cook |Gregory Sanders |Alexander Holderness |John Schaus

China’s 40-year economic development has transformed it into one of the world’s largest economies and most powerful countries. Over the past 12 years, China has been increasingly willing to leverage its economic might to pressure countries to act in its interest. The United States and its allies and partners are not prepared to counter China’s economic coercion.

Apr 12, 2023 | csis.org | John Schaus

IntroductionIn 2022, CSIS convened a track 1.5 dialogue of Australian, Indian, and U.S. experts to examine emerging threats and strategic stability in the Indian Ocean region. The discussion included analysts and former practitioners as well as several serving government officials from participating countries. The first session in June convened virtually. The second engagement convened in person in October. The engagements were held under the Chatham House Rule.

Mar 6, 2023 | csis.org | John Schaus

Close AlignmentBuilt over a century of fighting side by side in conflicts, ranging from World War I to the war in Afghanistan, and grounded in a mutual defense treaty, the U.S.-Australia alliance is as strong as ever. President Joe Biden’s approach to allies—seeking consultation and engagement—helped restore Australian analysts’ confidence in the United States as a partner, following four difficult years under President Donald Trump.

Feb 8, 2023 | csis.org | John Schaus

A Chinese balloon has captivated the United States for much of the past week. The balloon traversed North America, crossing into the Aleutian Islands in Alaska on January 28, to Canada on January 30, then across the continental United States from January 31 to February 4, until it was finally shot down six miles off the South Carolina coast into the Atlantic Ocean.