The article outlines how a successful modern foreign policy career requires blending traditional diplomatic expertise with private sector acumen. Juster's career trajectory—from international law to high-stakes diplomacy (e.g., the Gulf War) and subsequently to the technology sector—demonstrates this synthesis. Key evidence includes his work managing complex negotiations under duress and his involvement in co-founding the U.S.-India High Technology Group. The implication for policy is that effective geopolitical strategy must actively integrate private sector knowledge and technological considerations to manage modern economic and security challenges.
US-China competition: Policy priorities from Capitol Hill
English Summary
This Brookings report, based on a discussion with Senators Shaheen and Tillis, argues that the United States needs to proactively strengthen its domestic capabilities and refine its statecraft to maintain a strategic advantage over China. The core reasoning centers on the perceived risk of the U.S. falling behind China in critical areas like technology and military power, necessitating a renewed focus on bolstering U.S. foundations and strategic tools. Policy recommendations will likely prioritize investments in domestic innovation and a more assertive approach to international relations. Consequently, the U.S. should pursue a multi-faceted strategy encompassing both strengthening its internal power and actively shaping the geopolitical landscape.
中文摘要
這份布魯金斯報告，根據參議員沙欣（Shaheen）和蒂利斯（Tillis）的討論結果，認為美國需要積極加強國內能力並精進其外交策略，以維持在中國面前的戰略優勢。其核心論點基於美國可能在關鍵領域，如科技和軍事力量方面落後於中國的擔憂，因此需要重新專注於鞏固美國的基礎和戰略工具。政策建議很可能優先投資於國內創新，並採取更強硬的國際關係態度。因此，美國應推動多方面的戰略，涵蓋加強其內部實力以及積極塑造地緣政治格局。
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