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Jun 11, 2021

Vershbow in The New York Times: Biden aims to bolster US alliances in Europe, but challenges loom

By Alexander Vershbow

Ambassador Alexander Vershbow was quoted in the New York Times on the Biden-Putin Summit and how despite arguing over many things, the two leaders will continue the dialogue going forward.

Arms Control
Eastern Europe

In the News

Jun 11, 2021

Brzezinski interviewed by Polish news outlet Fakty on the Biden-Putin Summit

By Ian Brzezinski

Ian Brzezinski explained how the summit will be pivotal to finding out whether the West will continue to show weakness in the face of Russian aggression, or use its combined strength to oppose Moscow.

Europe & Eurasia
NATO

New Atlanticist

Jun 11, 2021

Despite COVID-19 pandemic, NATO defense spending continues to rise

By Connor McPartland

Even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, NATO allies have continued to increase their defense investments.

Defense Industry
Europe & Eurasia

EnergySource

Jun 10, 2021

Biden-Harris administration hundred-day supply chain review: Key takeaways for minerals security in the energy transition

By Reed Blakemore

The White House has recently released findings from a hundred-day review of supply chains, which included specific recommendations for securing key minerals and metals critical to the energy transition. This report serves as an important first step as the United States begins to address the mineral supply chain challenge, and highlights several important themes policymakers will continue to grapple with as they search for solutions.

Critical Minerals
Energy & Environment

In the News

Jun 10, 2021

Stefanini in POLITICO: Europe asks – can Biden put his money where his mouth is?

By Stefano Stefanini

Ambassador Stefano Stefanin was quoted in POLITICO on how Biden has set the stage and the ball is in Europe's court to take advantage of the reset in transatlantic relations.

Coronavirus
Europe & Eurasia

SouthAsiaSource

Jun 10, 2021

RESISTANCE 2.0 – A military framework to deter a Taliban military takeover and engage the United States and the region on counter-terrorism and peace for Afghanistan

By Tamim Asey

If the past four decades of fighting have taught us anything, it is that there is no military solution to the current Afghan conflict. For a diverse and pluralistic country, the only way to achieve peace and stability is through a political settlement.

Afghanistan
Democratic Transitions

Event Recap

Jun 9, 2021

Event recap | The human dimensions of autonomous systems employing AI

By the GeoTech Center

A GeoTech Hour discussion exploring what should be off-limits when it comes to autonomous systems paired with artificial intelligence, particularly when they have the ability to impact human lives.

Digital Policy
Technology & Innovation

Transcript

Jun 9, 2021

President Osmani on Kosovo’s domestic reforms, dialogue with Serbia, and relationship with the US

By Atlantic Council

Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani joined the Atlantic Council just before Kosovo and Serbia reengage in bilateral talks, where she outlined her presidential priorities and concerns in the years ahead.

Corruption
Elections
Photo: NATO

Event Recap

Jun 9, 2021

The United States and NATO modernize to meet a changing European security landscape

By Vikram Venkatram

Forward Defense and the Transatlantic Security Initiative host the Commander of US European Command and Supreme Allied Commander Europe for a discussion on competition and deterrence in the European theater as part of the Commanders Series.

Defense Industry
Defense Policy

Op-Ed

Jun 7, 2021

Countering the Myth of Ukrainian Authoritarianism

By Doug Klain

Democratic Transitions
Political Reform