Join us for an in-person conversation with author Mike Lampton as he discusses his new book, Living U.S.-China Relations: From Cold War to Cold War. The book examines the history of U.S.-China relations across eight U.S. presidential administrations. It offers a detailed account of the complexities in the relationship and provides an alternative perspective to the view that the U.S. unintentionally strengthened China as a global competitor.

Lampton is professor emeritus and former hyman professor and director of China Studies at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS). He has held various leadership roles, including president of the National Committee on United States-China Relations and senior positions at the American Enterprise Institute and The Nixon Center. His extensive background in U.S.-China relations has led to numerous books and articles in academic and popular publications, including Foreign Affairs and The Washington Post.

In Living U.S.-China Relations, Lampton draws from decades of personal experience to explore the development of Sino-American ties. The book approaches the relationship from both societal and governmental perspectives, offering a comprehensive look at how both countries have influenced the trajectory of their interactions over the past half-century.
This event is an opportunity to hear Lampton discuss the key themes of his book and reflect on the current state of U.S.-China relations. It is geared toward those interested in international relations, policy, and the historical context of this critical bilateral relationship.

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