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Peter Harrell on Bureaucratic Barriers to Competition

Nov 13, 2023
Peter Harrell, Former Senior Director for International Economics and Competitiveness on the NSC and NEC, discusses decision-making challenges and the impact of urgency on government processes. He explores the differences between wartime and peacetime bureaucracy and the importance of addressing bureaucratic barriers in dealing with US-China competition. The podcast also highlights the global campaign and sanctions impact, as well as the Biden administration's approach to building a diplomatic coalition against China.
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  • Bureaucratic barriers and insufficient capacity hinder progress in US-China relations, requiring structural changes and better data to inform decision-making.
  • Lessons from the US-Russia relationship can inform US-China policy, emphasizing the need for transparency, explanation, and effective policy tools to address challenges.

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Building a Global Diplomatic Coalition on China

The Biden administration has focused on building a global diplomatic coalition to address the challenges posed by China. This has involved raising awareness of the issues through public and private discussions and building a narrative with senior officials. Efforts have been made to revive the G7 and engage with other platforms like the Quad and the IPF to bring together industrial allies and developing world partners. While diplomatic dialogue with China is important for communication, it should not slow down or hinder necessary actions. Explaining the actions taken can help minimize misunderstandings and overreactions.

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