Daniel Russel
Daniel Russel is the vice president at the Asia Society Policy Institute, where he focuses on U.S.-Asia relations and trade policy. He has extensive experience in foreign affairs, having served as the Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs under President Obama. In recent news, Russel commented on President Trump's tariff strategy, indicating that China's approach is likely to remain firm despite the U.S. administration's unpredictable trade policies.
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Recent news mentions
Daniel Russel discussed the potential for China to reassert itself in Venezuela amid U.S. military involvement.
With Venezuela raid, US tells China to keep away from the Americas
Guyana· 2026-01-13
Daniel Russel, a former senior State Department official now with the Asia Society, discussed the shift in Washington under Trump.
Trump tells China to keep away from the Americas after Venezuela raid
Tanzania· 2026-01-12Daniel Russel is a former senior State Department official who discussed the potential for China to reassert itself in Venezuela.
With Venezuela raid, US tells China to keep away from the AmericasGuyana· 2026-01-11Daniel Russel doubts Beijing will blink, stating that 'China sees concessions as weakness.'
Trump’s trade war pivot: Relief for most, wrath for China
India· 2025-04-10
Daniel Russel, vice president at the Asia Society Policy Institute, warned that America’s unpredictable approach to trade policy risks breeding long-term distrust.
'Do not retaliate': White House warns other nations as Trump slaps China with 125% tariffsIndia· 2025-04-10