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Jim Risch

Jim Risch
Jim Risch: An American politician with extensive public service, he currently leads the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, focusing on foreign policy legislation, international treaties, and safeguarding US interests globally. His work includes strategic competition with China, strengthening NATO, and advocating for human rights. Previously, Risch served as a U.S. Senator for Idaho since 2009, and held significant state-level positions including Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Idaho. A former trial lawyer, his career highlights include tax reform and economic development initiatives, demonstrating a pragmatic and results-oriented approach to governance.
US-China relations

US lawmakers urge Trump to condemn Myanmar’s China-backed ‘sham’ elections

Call comes after government’s plan to stop legal protections for Myanmar nationals in US, citing elections as proof situation was improving.

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US must speed up arms deliveries to Taiwan, create stockpile, Senate hears

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Beijing slams US official, EU body for attack on Hong Kong national security law

‘Certain politicians have disregarded their own poor track record on human rights and the rule of law,’ Beijing office in Hong Kong says.

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