A simulation conducted by the Center for a New American Security, featured in a Foreign Policy article, found that the United States could emerge relatively well from a global trade war if China failed to secure additional allied governments. This research provides policy insights that, indirectly, counter authoritarian trade strategies by signaling U.S. resilience against coercive maneuvers.

On May 4, 2023, CNAS released a detailed publication discussing China's use of advanced surveillance technologies and digital censorship, warning of the global spread of digital authoritarianism and emphasizing the need for democratic nations to counter these trends.

CNAS delivered a detailed testimony before the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence outlining the rising threat of authoritarian regimes, the erosion of democratic norms, and recommending early intervention and policy measures to bolster democracy.

The Center for a New American Security organized a policy dialogue bringing together researchers, policymakers, and government officials to examine the use of digital tools by authoritarian regimes and explore strategies to safeguard democratic institutions.

CNAS, in collaboration with Technology for Global Security (T4GS), released a detailed commentary examining emerging digital authoritarian tactics, including surveillance, censorship, and data exploitation, that threaten democratic processes. The analysis aims to inform policymakers and the public about the potential for digital repression in the coming decade.