The China-Russia partnership is a highly consequential geopolitical alignment driven by a shared goal of countering U.S. hegemony and reshaping the international order into a multipolar system. While not a formal alliance, this relationship is strengthened by Russia's increasing economic reliance on China following Western sanctions, which allows Beijing to leverage its influence. Policymakers should note that while the partnership projects deep solidarity (as seen in high-level summits), it remains complex and limited by mutual mistrust and competing strategic interests. This enduring alignment poses a significant challenge to U.S. interests and requires continued diplomatic vigilance.
Fortress North America: Mexico’s Role in Securing the Region’s Economic Future
English Summary
The report argues that Mexico is central to North America's future economic security due to its status as the largest U.S. trading partner and a key manufacturing hub. However, Mexico's heavy reliance on Chinese inputs and lack of robust investment screening or export control tools pose significant vulnerabilities for the region. To ensure North America remains an open, dynamic bloc while managing external risks, the authors stress the urgent need to build credible regional institutions for supply chain risk management and trade controls. Policy efforts must focus on establishing these mechanisms during the review of agreements like the USMCA.
中文摘要
該報告論點指出，由於墨西哥是美國最大的貿易夥伴和關鍵製造中心，其在北美未來的經濟安全中佔有核心地位。然而，墨西哥過度依賴中國的投入品，以及缺乏健全的投資篩選或出口管制工具，為整個區域帶來了顯著的脆弱性。為確保北美能持續作為一個開放、充滿活力的經濟集團，同時有效管理外部風險，作者們強調迫切需要建立可信的區域機構來進行供應鏈風險管理和貿易管控。政策努力必須將重點放在在審查《美墨加協定》（USMCA）等協議時，確立這些機制。
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