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New Atlanticist

Aug 28, 2019

Will suspending parliament strengthen Boris Johnson’s Brexit hand?

By David A. Wemer

Johnson’s decision to call for a suspension—also known as prorogation—drew fire from MPs across the political spectrum who view it as an attempt to sideline Parliament in the lead-up to the October 31 Brexit deadline.

European Union
United Kingdom

New Atlanticist

Aug 26, 2019

Trashing friends puts America last

By Daniel Fried

By tying the national interest to unilateral territorial demands, the US president puts himself in the same camp as Vladimir Putin. Putin’s strategy is also dismissive of international rules and the sovereignty of smaller nations, and appears to hold that only through force and intimidation can Russia advance its interests.

International Norms
Northern Europe

New Atlanticist

Aug 26, 2019

Is there art in the Afghan deal?

By James B. Cunningham

The Taliban's version of peace would likely not be acceptable to the majority of Afghans or the international community.

Afghanistan
Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding

New Atlanticist

Aug 26, 2019

Will Italy get a new government or elections?

By David A. Wemer

The collapse of the Italian government comes right before crucial budget negotiations.

International Norms
Italy

New Atlanticist

Aug 26, 2019

Beijing strikes back with more US tariffs

By David A. Wemer

The decision to increase tariffs “sends a message that China will match US tariff moves,” according to Hung Tran.

China
Trade and tariffs

New Atlanticist

Aug 20, 2019

The financial implications of deploying sanctions in Hong Kong

By Michael B. Greenwald

If the situation worsens in Hong Kong, Washington should not hesitate to not only use Global Magnitsky, but also take tangible steps to boost its hard power position in the region.

China
Economic Sanctions

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Aug 15, 2019

SheEO: How female executives power profit in the new economy

By Alexis Crow

Numerous studies demonstrate the statistically significant relationship between increasing the number of women in senior management and on corporate boards, and accelerating company performance.

Economy & Business
Women

New Atlanticist

Aug 15, 2019

Guatemala’s anti-corruption commission is ending, but the fight will go on

By Bryan Wilensky

While current anti-corruption developments are largely separated by national borders, as Latin American societies advance their calls for institutional change the formation of a united, transnational corruption crusade is an exciting prospect for the region.

Corruption

New Atlanticist

Aug 13, 2019

Airport clash raises fear of violent crackdown in Hong Kong

By David A. Wemer

With international attention fixed on the dramatic scenes from Hong Kong, Beijing seems to be doubling down on its commitment to end the disruptive demonstrations.

China

New Atlanticist

Aug 13, 2019

To deal with bad ideas, develop better solutions

By Daniel Fried

Putin’s Russia has a track record of using gas exports as political pressure, for example, against Ukraine in the years leading up to Putin’s attack on that country in 2014 and has threatened to do the same to Central European countries, including those in the European Union.

Central Europe
Energy Markets & Governance