Ilaria Mazzocco

In this engaging discussion, Ilaria Mazzocco, Deputy Director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, dives deep into China's electric vehicle revolution. She highlights how BYD has become a formidable player, outpacing Ford and Honda in sales. Ilaria also examines the impact of U.S. tariffs on EV markets and the strategic importance of government policies in China's rapid EV adoption. The conversation covers global market dynamics, traditional automakers' challenges, and the technological advancements driving this electrifying transformation.

Ilaria Mazzocco, Deputy Director at CSIS and a seasoned expert in China's electric vehicle landscape, dives deep into the rapid growth of the EV industry in China. She reveals how state subsidies and strategic policies played pivotal roles in this explosion. The conversation highlights international responses to China's model, comparing U.S. and EU approaches. Mazzocco also touches on the fierce competition among Chinese firms and their aspirations for global expansion, alongside the implications of U.S. protectionism on this dynamic market.

Ilaria Mazzocco, an expert on US-China relations, and Frank Fannon, a senior advisor on energy resources, unpack the intricate energy and climate dynamics between the U.S. and China. They delve into the terms 'de-risking' and 'decoupling' and their implications under the Biden administration. The discussion highlights the contrasting energy strategies of both nations, including China's rise in renewable energy production. They also touch on the challenges of cooperation in clean energy while navigating complex geopolitical tensions.