Center for International Studies

An academic research center that focuses on international studies and issues.

CCI Score

74.53

-0.02% April 18

Latest Event

New Report on Supply Chain Transparency: Combating Forced Labor

A report co-published by ICAR and CSIS advocates for enhanced governmental coordination and mandatory supply chain transparency to effectively combat forced labor in U.S. markets, reflecting a strong stance against authoritarian complicity in labor abuses.

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+45 to +100 CCI Score

Companies in this range actively lead the fight against authoritarianism by rejecting oppressive practices and championing democratic values. They implement robust policies, engage in transparent governance, and drive initiatives that set the standard for corporate responsibility.

Latest Events

MAR

25

2025

New Report on Supply Chain Transparency: Combating Forced Labor
74.06

A report co-published by ICAR and CSIS advocates for enhanced governmental coordination and mandatory supply chain transparency to effectively combat forced labor in U.S. markets, reflecting a strong stance against authoritarian complicity in labor abuses.
+70

Public and Political Behavior

March 27

The report actively calls for improved interagency coordination to enforce labor laws and enhance transparency in supply chains. This effort is a positive example of how public and political behavior can contribute to combating systemic issues, including forced labor, which, if left unchecked, could underpin authoritarian practices.

New ICAR & CSIS Report Highlights How the U.S. Can Improve Government Coordination for a More Rights-Based Approach to Supply Chain Transparency
+80

Supply Chain Ethics

March 27

By highlighting the necessity for comprehensive supply chain transparency and traceability, the report underscores the importance of ethical sourcing practices. This measure directly challenges supply chain abuses, such as forced labor, and aligns with efforts to prevent corporate complicity in supporting repressive, authoritarian systems.

New ICAR & CSIS Report Highlights How the U.S. Can Improve Government Coordination for a More Rights-Based Approach to Supply Chain Transparency
MAR

24

2025

Report on Rights-Conscious Supply Chains and Government Coordination
75.00

The Center for International Studies released a report analyzing the challenges associated with fragmented government transparency and traceability in supply chains, advocating for improved coordination to prevent forced labor and uphold workers' rights.