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Going Soft on China Will Not Reduce Inflation
Today on TAP: Why are some Biden advisers pushing this idea?
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Shadow Courts for Fossil Fuels Want a Green Makeover
Under the Energy Charter Treaty, investors can sue governments for loss of future profits. Champions say this will be an ‘indispensable tool’ for the green transition.
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Time to Limit U.S. Investment in China
Today on TAP: Kudos once again to the U.S.-China Commission
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Connecting Climate Goals to Industrial Goals
Biden’s Green Steel Deal with the EU is a model for future progress—and it beats anything that came out of Glasgow.
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Bipartisanship Lives—Thanks to China
Today on TAP: Schumer moves to add a major technology bill to the must-pass defense authorization.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
Talking Tariffs and Carbon Emissions
A mechanism designed to induce countries to adopt green technologies is fueling international resistance instead.
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Biden’s Smart EU Trade Deal
Today on TAP: The new quotas on steel and aluminum imports get the balance between diplomacy and industrial policy just right.
Posted inEnergy and the Environment
The Road to Glasgow Does Not Lead Through Beijing
Biden’s administration is being whipsawed between climate goals and China policy goals.
Posted inAmerica and the World
The China Challenge
Biden’s aggressive push against Chinese mercantilism has been marred by turf battles and cross-pressures. Here’s what needs to be done.
