Derek Scissors

Derek Scissors, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, argues for decoupling from China, citing national security risks. In contrast, Isaac Stone Fish emphasizes the economic dangers of severing ties. Benn Steil warns that decoupling could harm U.S. businesses and innovation, while Susan Shirk discusses the nuanced implications for global trade and alliances. The discussion also touches on cybersecurity and intellectual property, highlighting the intricate balance between economic dependence and strategic decision-making in U.S.-China relations.

Derek Scissors, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and chief economist at the China Beige Book, argues for a hardline U.S. stance against China. In contrast, Lizzi C. Lee, a fellow at the Asia Society Policy Institute, emphasizes that full decoupling isn't feasible. They discuss the complex implications of U.S.-China relations, the strategic challenges of decoupling, and its potential economic fallout. Both explore the balance between engagement and resistance amid rising nationalism in China and its impact on global dynamics.