Geoeconomic Agenda #1 An Introduction to Geoeconomics with Kazuto Suzuki
Feb 20, 2023
In this engaging discussion, Kazuto Suzuki, Director of the Institute of Geoeconomics and professor at the University of Tokyo, dives into the complexities of geoeconomics. He explores U.S.-China tensions over semiconductor export controls, the strategic interplay of geopolitics and economics, and Japan's unique position amid global shifts. Suzuki also touches on potential capital controls regarding advanced technologies like AI and the historical roots of trade, enhancing our understanding of how ancient commerce informs modern global dynamics.
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Geoeconomics Defined
- Geoeconomics blends geopolitics and economics based on a state's geography and history.
- Economic tools are used to influence foreign policy and exercise state power.
Govt vs. Business Interests
- Geoeconomics often pits government strategic interests against private sector business interests.
- Effective geoeconomic strategy requires reconciling or compromising these discrepancies.
Targeted Export Controls
- Limiting export controls to the most advanced technology minimizes negative impacts on industry.
- This allows freer trade for less advanced technologies while protecting strategic interests.