About the Council

The Atlantic Council promotes constructive leadership and engagement in international affairs based on the Atlantic Community’s central role in meeting global challenges. The Council provides an essential forum for navigating the dramatic economic and political changes defining the twenty-first century by informing and galvanizing its uniquely influential network of global leaders. Through the papers we write, the ideas we generate, and the communities we build, the Council shapes policy choices and strategies to create a more secure and prosperous world.

NATO 20/2020

Twenty bold ideas to reimagine the Alliance after the 2020 US election

More than two decades after NATO’s inspired decision to invite former adversaries to join its ranks, the Alliance is in need of equally captivating ideas. The essays in this volume are intended to push the Alliance to think boldly and creatively in the service of recapturing the public’s imagination.

Read our provocative essays on the future of NATO

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Making a difference

Learn more about the Atlantic Council’s insights & impact through these stories of how our regional and thematic programs are making a difference not only in shaping how we view global issues but also in shaping their outcome.

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Content

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Hof Quoted by the New Yorker on Implementing the Syrian Ceasefire

By Frederic C. Hof

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Russia Syria

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Sheldon Interviewed by The Strategy Bridge on his Work on Strategy

By John B. Sheldon

Read the full interview here.

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Hellyer Featured in International Institute for Strategic Studies Event in Singapore

By H.A. Hellyer

Read about the event here.

North Africa

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Hellyer Quoted by Radio Australia on Egypt’s Political Standing Among the International Community

By H.A. Hellyer

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North Africa

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Ashooh in New York Times: Provide Opposition Groups in Syria With Anti-Aircraft

By Jessica Ashooh

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Syria

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Nordenman Quoted by National Defense Magazine on How NATO Can Contain Russia

By Magnus Nordenman

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NATO Russia

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Nordenman Quoted by High North News on US Navy Base Expansion in Iceland

By Magnus Nordenman

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NATO Northern Europe

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Benitez Quoted by National Defense Magazine on European Defense Funding

By Jorge Benitez

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In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Montanino in La Stampa on TTIP Negotiations

By Andrea Montanino

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Economy & Business Trade and tariffs

In the News

Feb 22, 2016

Ullman in UPI: USA – the Unconscious Stupidity of America

By Harlan Ullman

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Elections Politics & Diplomacy