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Africa

A cultural revolution

Africa’s building soft power could make it even more strategically valuable to the United States. But the cultural revolution fueling it may present challenges for the creative industries across the continent.

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AfricaSource

Make way for Wakanda: The UN Security Council needs an African seat

by Rama Yade

The Security Council was built on the principle of sovereignty and equality of all nations. Its democratization and reformation are overdue—and must consider Africa.

AfricaSource

The Basketball Africa League has arrived: Here’s why it matters

by Luke Tyburski

With the Basketball Africa League set to launch, the Atlantic Council’s Africa Center reached out to sports stakeholders across the BAL’s inaugural countries to hear their perspective on why the BAL represents a historic moment. Their feedback provides a compelling case for the developmental, diplomatic, and economic potential of African basketball.

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Afghanistan

After the withdrawal

The Taliban has rapidly taken over the country as US and NATO forces exit. What’s coming next in Afghanistan? And how should the United States and other powers respond?

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New Atlanticist

What the Arab Gulf is thinking after the Afghanistan withdrawal

by Kirsten Fontenrose

Three Gulf heavyweights are calculating what they stand to gain—or lose—in their relationship with the United States.

New Atlanticist

Germany’s defense minister: Only political will can protect Europe

by Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer

The debate over EU security and defense should be about political will—not institutions.