Audio Briefs

An audio version of “Trump Tariffs: Impacts in the Medium and Long Term,” a new commentary by CSIS's William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Explore the intricate strategies behind Western sanctions on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. Discover how these measures aim to exploit Russia's economic vulnerabilities while ensuring ongoing pressure. Gain insights into refining these tactics to achieve meaningful concessions from Moscow. A deep dive into the resilience and challenges of the Russian economy under such external pressures.

Dive into the White House's new executive order aimed at revitalizing the U.S. shipbuilding industry amid China's growing dominance. Discover the impact of foreign investments on China's naval advancements and the urgent need for a responsive U.S. strategy. Unpack measures like docking fees for Chinese vessels and the bipartisan Ships for America Act that aim to empower domestic capabilities. This discussion blends national security with economic strategy in an engaging exploration of maritime competition.

In this engaging discussion, Navin Girishankar, a CSIS expert and author, delves into the implications of President Trump's recent decision to pause tariffs. He explores how this move has stirred varied responses from the business community. The conversation highlights the historical effects of tariffs on U.S. manufacturing and emphasizes the critical role of innovation and technology in driving economic resilience for the future.

An audio version of “The Impacts of Tariffs on Clean Energy Technologies,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS's Leslie Abrahams. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “The Future of U.S. Nuclear Energy Depends on the Inflation Reduction Act,” a new commentary by CSIS's Leslie Abrahams. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “The Future of Military Power Is Space Power,” a new commentary by CSIS's Clayton Swope. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “Next Steps for the U.S.-Japan Space Alliance,” a new commentary by CSIS's Sean Wilson. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “Reviving Cobre Panamá Could Be Strategic to U.S. Minerals Security,” a new commentary by CSIS's Gracelin Baskaran and Paula Reynal. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

An audio version of “How Should Africa Respond to Trump’s New Tariffs?,” a new commentary by CSIS's Hannah Ryder with Trevor Lwere and Ovigwe Eguegu. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.