What does it mean to gain tech influence on a global scale? How does America compare to China in helping the developing world get connected? What’s more effective: a tangible investment or a winning smile? Who is China eclipsing on the global stage? Technology, international security, and public policy have integrated over the last decade into something undeniable as a consideration when it comes to governing a modern superpower. In order to remain a superpower, it will require America to consider where and how it invests globally in international tech development and high-tech trade policy—and what that means for future trade relations. All of this and more are discussed with the Senior Vice President of the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), James Lewis.

In this episode, Shane underscores the consequences of policy decisions, the necessity of further American tech investment in the developing world, and the dangers of superpowers resting on their laurels and not considering the long-term consequences.