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Nov 7, 2014

Column: Will US Election Results Undermine Iran Nuclear Talks?

By Barbara Slavin

Foreign policy – apart from scaremongering about Ebola and terrorism – was not a major issue in U.S. midterm elections. But the imminent Republican takeover of the Senate could impact whether the international community and Iran agree to a landmark deal in talks that are nearing a November 24 deadline.

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Nov 7, 2014

Somalia’s Slumping Fortunes

By Bronwyn Bruton

Bottom Line Up Front: • After almost eight years on the ground, African Union troops have nearly beaten the Qaeda-linked militia al-Shabab—at least militarily • Since 2011, Shabab has steadily lost territory, and on October 5 was pushed out of its last coastal stronghold, the port city of Barawe • The loss of Barawe, and […]

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Nov 6, 2014

Final Frontier – Jill Tarter

By Atlantic Council

The Final Frontier: Renewing America’s Space Program Keynote Address Speaker:Jill Tarter,Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI Research,SETI Institute Location: Knight Studio, Newseum, Washington, D.C. Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2014 Transcript byFederal News ServiceWashington, D.C

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Nov 6, 2014

Final Frontier – Afternoon Session

By Atlantic Council

The Final Frontier: Renewing America’s Space Program Pathways to Collaboration Welcome and Moderator:Damon Wilson,Executive Vice President,Atlantic Council Speakers:Jeff Feige,Chairman of the Board,Space Frontier Foundation John Olson,Vice President, Space Systems,Sierra Nevada Corporation William Pomerantz,Vice President, Special Projects,Virgin Galactic Dale Skran,Deputy Chair, Policy Committee,National Space Society Closing Keynote:Bob Rogers,Founder and Chief Executive Officer,BRC Imagination Arts Location:Newseum, Washington, […]

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Nov 6, 2014

Final Frontier – Morning Session

By Atlantic Council

The Final Frontier: Renewing America’s Space Program Welcome: Former Utah Governor Jon Huntsman (R), Chairman, Atlantic Council; Nazzic Keene, Sector President, Global Markets and Missions Sector, SAIC Presentation: Damon Wilson, Executive Vice President, Atlantic Council Keynote Address: Jill Tarter, Bernard M. Oliver Chair for SETI Research, SETI Institute Panel Discussion: Sustaining Human Space Exploration Moderator: […]

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Nov 6, 2014

Brazil’s Presidential Elections: What Will Dilma’s Next Four Years Look Like?

On October 28th, 2014, the Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center in partnership with the Inter-American Dialogue brought together a dynamic panel to explore Brazil’s road ahead, including John Prideaux, The Economist’s Washington correspondent and former Brazil bureau chief from 2007-2010; Andrew Gunther, managing director of infrastructure for Darby Overseas Investments; Ricardo Sennes, nonresident senior Brazil […]

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Nov 6, 2014

Part 2: Transatlantic Interests in the Asia Pacific in 2025

By Atlantic Council

Trans-Atlantic Interests in the Asia Pacific In 2025 The Future of U.S.-Asia Security Relations Moderator: Damon Wilson, Executive Vice President, Atlantic Council Speaker: Kurt Campbell, Chairman and CEO, The Asia Group Global Trade Agenda Moderator: Paula Stern, Founder and Chair, The Stern Group Speakers: Kanji Yamanouchi, Minister for Economic Affairs, Embassy of Japan; Jeffrey Schott, […]

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Nov 6, 2014

NATO’s Cyber Defense Mission and Capabilities

By Atlantic Council

On November 5, the Atlantic Council hosted a discussion on NATO's new enhanced cyber defense policy, the organization's cyber mission and capabilities, as well as where the role of the private sector fits into the equation.

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Nov 6, 2014

Part 1: Transatlantic Interests in the Asia Pacific in 2025

By Atlantic Council

Transatlantic Interests in the Asia Pacific in 2025 Welcome: Barry Pavel, Vice President and Director, Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security, Atlantic Council Scene Setter: The United States’ and Europe’s Relationship with Asia Speaker: Helena Sangeland, Deputy Director General and Head, Department for Asia and the Pacific Region, Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Sweden Moderator: […]

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Oct 31, 2014

Albania’s Defense Minister Speaks on the Challenges to Security in the Western Balkans

Mrs. Mimi Kodheli Addresses Strategy Session at the Atlantic Council Albanian Defense Minister Mimi Kodheli spoke to an invited audience on October 28 at a policy strategy session hosted by the Council’s Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security. Here is the text of her address:

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