U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission 2014 – Federal Register Recent Federal Regulation Documents

The U.S.-China Commission published a document in the Federal Register on July 07, 2014, concerning notice of open meetings to be held in Washington, DC to review and edit drafts of the 2014 Annual Report to Congress. The date for one meeting has changed.

Notice is hereby given of meetings of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. Name: Dennis C. Shea, Chairman of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The Commission is mandated by Congress to investigate, assess, evaluate and report to Congress annually on the U.S.-China economic and security relationship. The mandate specifically charges the Commission to prepare a report to Congress ``regarding the national security implications and impact of the bilateral trade and economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China [that] shall include a full analysis, along with conclusions and recommendations for legislative and administrative actions . . .'' Purpose of Meetings: Pursuant to this mandate, members of the Commission will meet in Washington, DC on July 14-15, August 18-19, September 22-23, and October 06-07, 2014 to review and edit drafts of the 2014 Annual Report to Congress. The Commission is subject to the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) with the enactment of the Science, State, Justice, Commerce and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2006 that was signed into law on November 22, 2005 (Pub. L. 109-108). In accordance with FACA, the Commission's meeting to make decisions concerning the substance and recommendations of its 2014 Annual Report to Congress are open to the public. Topics To Be Discussed: The Commissioners will be considering draft report sections addressing the following topics: U.S.-China Economic and Trade Relations, including: U.S.- China Trade and Economic Developments in 2014; U.S.-China Bilateral Trade and Economic Challenges; China's Health Care and Pharmaceutical Industries; and U.S.-China Clean Energy Cooperation. Military and Security Issues Involving China, including: China Security Developments in 2014; China's Military Modernization, and China's Internal Security. China and the world, including: The Evolving Security Architecture in Asia; China and the Korean Peninsula; Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Dates, Times, And Room Locations (Eastern Daylight Time):

Notice is hereby given of the following hearing of the U.S.- China Economic and Security Review Commission. Name: Dennis C. Shea, Chairman of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The Commission is mandated by Congress to investigate, assess, and report to Congress annually on ``the national security implications of the economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China.'' Pursuant to this mandate, the Commission will hold a public hearing in Washington, DC on May 15, 2014, ``Stability in China: Lessons from Tiananmen and Implications for the United States.'' Background: This is the sixth public hearing the Commission will hold during its 2014 report cycle to collect input from academic, industry, and government experts on national security implications of the U.S. bilateral trade and economic relationship with China. This hearing will examine the legacy of the Tiananmen Square Massacre and the underlying economic, political, and social tensions that cause instability in China today, as well as the implications of these challenges for U.S. economic and security interests. The hearing will also assess China's response to its internal security challenges, and the use of media and information controls to contain domestic unrest and manage public opinion. The hearing will be co-chaired by Dr. Larry M. Wortzel and Commissioner Carolyn Bartholomew. Any interested party may file a written statement by May 15, 2014, by mailing to the contact below. A portion of each panel will include a question and answer period between the Commissioners and the witnesses. Location, Date and Time: Room 608, Dirksen Senate Office Building, 1st Street Southeast, Washington, DC. Thursday, May 15, 2014, 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Eastern Time. A detailed agenda for the hearing will be available on Commission's Web site at www.uscc.gov. Also, please check our Web site for possible changes to the hearing schedule. Reservations are not required to attend the hearing.

Notice is hereby given of the following hearing of the U.S.- China Economic and Security Review Commission. Name: Dennis C. Shea, Chairman of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The Commission is mandated by Congress to investigate, assess, and report to Congress annually on ``the national security implications of the economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China.'' Pursuant to this mandate, the Commission will hold a public hearing in Washington, DC on April 03, 2014, ``China's Healthcare Sector, Drug Safety, and the U.S.-China Trade in Medical Products.'' Background: This is the fourth public hearing the Commission will hold during its 2014 report cycle to collect input from academic, industry, and government experts on national security implications of the U.S. bilateral trade and economic relationship with China. This hearing will address China's recent healthcare reforms, market access for U.S. medical goods and services in China, and the safety of medical products imported from China into the United States. China is growing more affluent and urbanized, and is also facing new healthcare challenges. The Chinese government has launched ambitious reforms to expand coverage and improve care. The hearing will consider whether U.S. drug and medical device makers are able to compete fairly in China's market. It will also assess the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's ongoing efforts to regulate the drugs and drug ingredients imported from China into the United States. The hearing will be co-chaired by Chairman Dennis C. Shea and Vice Chairman William A. Reinsch. Any interested party may file a written statement by April 03, 2014, by mailing to the contact below. A portion of each panel will include a question and answer period between the Commissioners and the witnesses. Location, Date And Time: Location TBA. Thursday, April 03, 2014, 8:30a.m.-3:30p.m. Eastern Time. A detailed agenda for the hearing will be posted to the Commission's Web site at www.uscc.gov. Also, please check our Web site for possible changes to the hearing schedule. Reservations are not required to attend the hearing.

Notice is hereby given of the following hearing of the U.S.- China Economic and Security Review Commission. Name: Dennis C. Shea, Chairman of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The Commission is mandated by Congress to investigate, assess, and report to Congress annually on ``the national security implications of the economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China.'' Pursuant to this mandate, the Commission will hold a public hearing in Washington, DC on March 13, 2014, ``China and Evolving Security Dynamics in East Asia.'' Background: This is the third public hearing the Commission will hold during its 2014 report cycle to collect input from academic, industry, and government experts on national security implications of the U.S. bilateral trade and economic relationship with China. This hearing will explore the evolving security dynamics in Asia and the effects of this changing environment on the United States. More specifically, it will address how Northeast and Southeast Asia are responding to China's rise and consider what implications follow for U.S. alliances and partnerships in the region. The hearing will be co-chaired by Commissioners Peter T.R. Brookes and Jeffrey L. Fiedler. Any interested party may file a written statement by March 13, 2014, by mailing to the contact below. A portion of each panel will include a question and answer period between the Commissioners and the witnesses. Location, Date and Time: Location TBA. Thursday, March 13, 2014, 9:00am3:00pm Eastern Time. A detailed agenda for the hearing will be posted to the Commission's Web site at www.uscc.gov. Also, please check our Web site for possible changes to the hearing schedule. Reservations are not required to attend the hearing.

Notice is hereby given of the following hearing of the U.S.- China Economic and Security Review Commission. Name: Dennis C. Shea, Chairman of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission. The Commission is mandated by Congress to investigate, assess, and report to Congress annually on ``the national security implications of the economic relationship between the United States and the People's Republic of China.'' Pursuant to this mandate, the Commission will hold a public hearing in Washington, DC on January 30, 2014, ``China's Military Modernization and its Implications for the United States.'' Background: This is the first public hearing the Commission will hold during its 2014 report cycle to collect input from academic, industry, and government experts on national security implications of the U.S. bilateral trade and economic relationship with China. The hearing will examine the inputs to China's military modernization, including financial resources and China's defense industry, and the current and future capabilities of China's military. In addition, this hearing will assess the impact of China's military modernization on the United States and examine U.S. options. The hearing will be co-chaired by Commissioners James M. Talent and Katherine C. Tobin. Any interested party may file a written statement by January 30, 2014, by mailing to the contact below. A portion of each panel will include a question and answer period between the Commissioners and the witnesses. Location, Date and Time: Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room 608. Thursday, January 30, 2014, 9:00am3:00pm Eastern Time. A detailed agenda for the hearing is posted to the Commission's Web site at www.uscc.gov. Also, please check our Web site for possible changes to the hearing schedule. Reservations are not required to attend the hearing.