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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

May 2, 2024

Vinograd on CBS about President Biden’s comments on university campus protests for Palestine

On May 2, Forward Defense Nonresident Senior Fellow Samantha Vinograd appeared on CBS News commented on the public safety factors in President Biden’s comments about student protests for Palestine on university campuses.

Civil Society Conflict

In the News

May 2, 2024

Webster quoted in Recharge News on Chinese wind power dominance

China Energy & Environment

In the News

May 2, 2024

Dollar Dominance Monitor cited by Yale University report on US economic influence

Read the full report here.

Economy & Business International Markets

In the News

May 1, 2024

Eftimiades on Spectator TV

By Atlantic Council

Nicholas Eftimiades was interviewed by the UK's Spectator TV. He discussed China's recent espionage activities throughout Europe.

China Europe & Eurasia

In the News

May 1, 2024

Polymeropoulos quoted by CNN about growing frustration with Havana Syndrome recognition for victims

On May 1, Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Marc Polymeropoulos spoke to CNN about his frustration with the Trump administration’s handling of Havana Syndrome as a victim and outspoken advocate.

Non-Traditional Threats Russia

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Samaan quoted in The National News on Israeli military spending

By Atlantic Council

Defense Industry Israel

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Bakir mentioned in The Stock Dork on a potential Turkish offensive into Iraq

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Iraq

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Alkhatib quoted in IslamiCity on Palestinian statehood

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Israel

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

McCord joins MSNBC to discuss Trump’s hush money case

By Atlantic Council

Politics & Diplomacy Rule of Law

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

McCord joins MSNBC “Prosecuting Donald Trump” podcast to discuss gag orders and jury selection

By Atlantic Council

Politics & Diplomacy Rule of Law