Bonnie Glaser is a renowned foreign policy analyst and an expert speaker on Asia-Pacific geopolitics, with more than three decades of experience at the forefront of U.S.-China relations. As the Managing Director of the Indo-Pacific Program at the German Marshall Fund, she provides unparalleled insights into the region’s complex dynamics. Known for her captivating delivery and in-depth expertise, Bonnie is a sought-after keynote speaker, helping organisations navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by global geopolitics.
Bonnie’s career began with a solid academic foundation. She holds a B.A. in Political Science from Boston University and an M.A. with concentrations in International Economics and Chinese Studies from the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies. This education paved the way for her influential work in foreign policy. Her early roles included serving as a consultant to U.S. government agencies, including the Departments of Defense and State, where she provided valuable insights on East Asia and China.
Bonnie played a pivotal role as the Senior Adviser for Asia and Director of the China Power Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), where she led efforts to analyse China’s military, economic, and diplomatic rise. In 2016, Bonnie founded the China Power Project, creating an innovative platform to educate and inform the public about China’s global influence. Her 2023 publication, ‘US-Taiwan Relations: Will China's Challenge Lead to a Crisis?’, further cements her reputation as a leading voice on U.S.-China relations.
Bonnie Glaser is an exceptional choice for any event or conference due to her unique ability to break down complex geopolitical issues. She delivers compelling discussions on topics such as U.S.-China relations, cross-strait dynamics, multilateral security in Asia, and the implications of China’s military and economic rise. With her deep expertise and engaging speaking style, Bonnie empowers audiences to better understand the shifting geopolitical landscape and how it impacts their organisations.
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Books
Perspectives on Taiwan: Insights from the 2017 Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program
Reordering Chinese Priorities on the Korean Peninsula
Taiwan's Marginalized Role in International Security: Paying a Price
Taiwan's Quest for Greater Participation in the International Community
Tangled Titans: The United States and China
The New Southbound Policy: Deepening Taiwan’s Regional Integration
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Bonnie Glaser's official speaker topics are listed below:
- U.S.-China Relations
- Asia-Pacific Geopolitics
- Cross-Strait Relations
- Multilateral Security in Asia
- China’s Military and Economic Rise
- Implications of U.S. Policy in the Indo-Pacific
- 2023 – Published ‘US-Taiwan Relations: Will China's Challenge Lead to a Crisis?’
- 2021 – Appointed Managing Director, Indo-Pacific Program at the German Marshall Fund
- 2016 – Founded the China Power Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies
- 2008 – Became Senior Adviser for Asia, Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS
- 1997 – Member of the U.S. Defense Department’s Defense Policy Board China Panel
