
Cunningham’s current book project explains how and why states use space, cyber, and conventional missile weapons as substitutes for threats to use nuclear weapons for coercion in limited wars. Her research interests lie at the intersection of technology and conflict, with an empirical focus on China. Moderated by Fiona Cunningham, Assistant Professor of Political Science & International Affairs, George Washington UniversityįIONA CUNNINGHAM is Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at the George Washington University.Prospects for Taiwan’s Broader Political Engagement and Challenges: Bonnie Glaser, Director of China Power Project, Center for Strategic & International Studies.Securing Taiwan’s International Space: Jacques deLisle, Professor of Law & Political Science, University of Pennsylvania.Containing Chinese Sharp Power: Mark Stokes, Executive Director, Project 2049 Institute.Moderated by Deepa Ollapally, Associate Director, Sigur Center for Asian Studies, George Washington Universityġ2:30 PM – 2:00 PM Panel II: Cross-Strait Political Constraints and Opportunities for Taiwan.Support: Robert Sutter, Professor of Practice International Affairs, George Washington University Chinese Regional Assertiveness and Impact on Taiwan: Michael Mazza, Visiting Fellow, American Enterprise Institute.China’s Rising Unilateralism and Militarization: June Teufel Dreyer, Professor of Political Science, University of Miami.Hsueh, Deputy Representative, Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO)ġ0:30 AM – 12:00 PM Panel I: Perspectives on Defense and Security

Welcome Remarks: Benjamin Hopkins, Director, Sigur Center for Asian Studies, George Washington University.
