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May 11, 2026

Five outcomes that would make Trump’s trip to China a success

By Melanie Hart

Though surprises are always possible, the meetings in Beijing will likely be defined by a narrow set of deliverables.

China Economy & Business

Dispatches

May 10, 2026

Now is the time for a US ‘grand deal’ with Azerbaijan

By Andrew D’Anieri, Mercedes Sapuppo

The White House should work with Congress to propose ending a ban on arms sales to Baku in exchange for the release of unjustly detained individuals.

Human Rights Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding

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May 8, 2026

Costa Rica’s paradox of political continuity

By María Fernanda Bozmoski

Across Latin America, voters have punished incumbents and rejected traditional parties. Costa Rica appears to be an exception.

Central America Elections

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May 7, 2026

How the Trump administration can reform the Jones Act to lower US energy costs

By David L. Goldwyn, Reid I’Anson, and Andrea Clabough

Shippers should be allowed to use non–Jones Act compliant vessels as long as no alternative is available.

Conflict Economy & Business

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May 7, 2026

What the EU-Mercosur trade deal’s provisional implementation means and what comes next

By Stuart Jones, Ignacio Albe

The agreement bridges two highly complementary but historically protectionist markets, offering benefits for both regions.

Economy & Business European Union

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May 7, 2026

What Gulf states need in a US-Iran deal

By Eric Alter

Any Strait of Hormuz agreement must establish a framework in which states economically dependent on the waterway help monitor and enforce its terms.

Conflict Middle East

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May 6, 2026

How the Iran war is affecting Latin America and the Caribbean’s economic outlook

By Ignacio Albe, Enrique Millán-Mejía

The data show how energy and commodity shortages are pushing inflation higher, tightening financial conditions, and slowing growth.

Caribbean Conflict

Dispatches

May 5, 2026

Dispatch from Kyiv: Europe steps up on security as the US steps back

By William B. Taylor

European states are now urgently strengthening their militaries and incorporating Ukraine into their defenses.

Conflict Europe & Eurasia

Dispatches

May 5, 2026

‘Zeitenwende’ is anchoring Germany’s role as a Baltic Sea Power

By Anna Wieslander

The Merz government has been keen to emphasize that Germany is a trustworthy and long-term security provider in the region.

Defense Policy Germany

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May 4, 2026

What Romania’s no-confidence vote really means for its European future

By Alex Șerban, Silvian Trandafir

Romania's parliament is set to vote on a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's minority government.

Eastern Europe European Union
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