

Audio Briefs
Center for Strategic and International Studies
Audio Briefs brings you CSIS publications in audio form. Listen to short, spoken-word summaries from CSIS experts about their latest reports, or hear a full audio version of any CSIS commentary.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 6min
After New Tariffs, Trust Between the United States and India Is Running Low
An audio version of “After New Tariffs, Trust Between the United States and India Is Running Low,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Richard M. Rossow. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Aug 6, 2025 • 10min
Trump Moves “Nuclear” Subs: Negotiating Tactic or Escalatory Gamble?
An audio version of “Trump Moves “Nuclear” Subs: Negotiating Tactic or Escalatory Gamble?,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

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Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
Pressure at the Pump: Ukraine Resumes Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries
Clayton Seigle, a CSIS expert and author of the Critical Questions report, dives into Ukraine's recent drone strikes on Russian oil refineries. He examines the significant damage to these facilities and its potential ripple effects on the Russian gasoline market. The discussion also touches on the broader political implications, including expected Western sanctions aimed at further pressuring Russia. Seigle's insights reveal the critical link between military actions and global energy dynamics.

Aug 5, 2025 • 9min
Benchmarking as a Path to International AI Governance
An audio version of “Benchmarking as a Path to International AI Governance,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Ian Reynolds. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Aug 4, 2025 • 28min
Panama’s Port Lawsuits Reshape Great Power Competition in the Americas: The Mulino Doctrine in Action
An audio version of “Panama’s Port Lawsuits Reshape Great Power Competition in the Americas: The Mulino Doctrine in Action,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Carlos Ruiz-Hernandez and Ryan C. Berg. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Aug 4, 2025 • 6min
Let’s Make a Deal
An audio version of “Let’s Make a Deal,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Reinsch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Aug 1, 2025 • 9min
The Dangerous Allure of Myanmar’s Rare Earths
An audio version of “The Dangerous Allure of Myanmar’s Rare Earths,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Gregory Poling. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

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Jul 31, 2025 • 5min
“Lights Out? Wargaming a Chinese Blockade of Taiwan”: Audio Brief with Mark F. Cancian
Exploring the tense strategic landscape, experts assess a potential Chinese blockade of Taiwan, drawing parallels to historical military conflicts. The discussion highlights the critical role of U.S. intervention to protect global trade routes. Listeners gain insights into strategic recommendations for both Taiwan and the U.S. to enhance their defenses against looming threats. It’s a gripping analysis of geopolitical dynamics and the implications of military strategy in a volatile region.

Jul 31, 2025 • 7min
South Korea Gets Its Trade Deal with the United States
An audio version of “South Korea Gets Its Trade Deal with the United States,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Victor Cha and Andy Lim. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Jul 31, 2025 • 18min
Routine Immunizations on the Precipice: Forestalling the Worst Outcomes in the Current Vaccine Landscape
An audio version of “Routine Immunizations on the Precipice: Forestalling the Worst Outcomes in the Current Vaccine Landscape,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Katherine Bliss. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.