International Relations & Geoeconomics Policy Analytics Team
Analyzing international relations and geoeconomic dynamics to inform strategic policy in an era of great power competition.
Unit Mission
The International Relations & Geoeconomics Policy Analytics Team analyzes the intersection of international relations and economic power — assessing how trade, investment, sanctions, and economic statecraft shape geopolitical competition and international order. The team applies international relations theory, political economy, and geoeconomic analysis to understand how states use economic tools to advance strategic objectives, and develops policy frameworks that navigate the complex interplay of economic interdependence and strategic competition.
Key Functions
Geoeconomic Analysis
Analyzing geoeconomic dynamics — assessing how states use trade, investment, technology, and financial tools as instruments of strategic competition and developing frameworks for understanding the economic dimensions of geopolitical rivalry.
Statecraft Assessment
Evaluating economic statecraft tools — assessing the effectiveness of sanctions, export controls, investment screening, and other economic measures in achieving strategic objectives while managing escalation and unintended consequences.
Policy Development
Developing geoeconomic policy frameworks — advising on trade policy, investment screening, and economic security measures that advance strategic interests while maintaining the international economic cooperation needed for global prosperity.
Operational Capabilities
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