Engaging China in the International Export Control Process: Options for U.S.Policy

摘要

This documented briefing is intended to provide options for U.S. policy that willenhance China's participation in the control of international transfers of destabilizing military or dual use technology. The briefing analyzes China's involvement in and commitment to international export controls. It explores the need to engage China more fully in the international export control process and describes U.S. objectives and potential policy initiatives toward that end. Using knowledge about the operation of the Chinese bureaucratic system, especially in defense related research and development, the briefing describes a number of strategy options for U.S. policy, making it of interest to policymakers concerned with export control as well as to those specializing in the Chinese policy making process.