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

Explore the podcast series

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.

Latest commentary and analysis

Latest in-depth research and reports

Content

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Bakir in Middle East Monitor: Will Qatar withdrawal from the Gaza mediation file allow Turkiye to play a greater role?

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Crisis Management

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Bakir in Middle East Council on Global Affairs: Washington’s Dilemma over Hamas in Qatar

By Atlantic Council

Conflict Middle East

In the News

Apr 30, 2024

Yevgeniya Gaber speaks for the Bulgarian national TV on Russia’s war in Ukraine, the importance of the Western support and security in the Black Sea

Central Europe Conflict

In the News

Apr 29, 2024

Bauerle Danzman interviewed by Geoeconomic Competition podcast on outbound investment screening

Listen the full episode here.

Financial Regulation United States and Canada

In the News

Apr 28, 2024

Polymeropoulos cited in 60 minutes Australia and nine.com about Havana Syndrome

On April 28, Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Marc Polymeropoulos was cited on 60 minutes Australia and nine.com about his struggles with Havana Syndrome symptoms.

Non-Traditional Threats Russia

In the News

Apr 26, 2024

Leo Michel’s report on NATO decision-making

By Leo Michel

On April 26, Transatlantic Security Initiative’s nonresident senior fellow Leo Michel published a report on NATO’s decision-making. This report was originally published by the Swedish Defense Research Agency.

Europe & Eurasia NATO

In the News

Apr 25, 2024

Global China Hub Senior Director David O. Shullman in “Novi Magazin” Podcast

By David O. Shullman

On April 21st, Global China Hub Senior Director David O. Shullman was featured on the podcast “Novi Magazin,” for a discussion on Serbia’s close relationship with China and the United States’ perspective on this cooperation.

China Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Apr 25, 2024

Brooks interviewed for History Channel “The Great War”

On April 25, it was announced that an interview with Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Max Brooks will be included in The History Channel’s upcoming two-part documentary series “The Great War” premiering on May 27-28. “The Great War” explores the critical years of 1917 and 1918, weaving together the stories of three different groups showcasing […]

Conflict Defense Policy

In the News

Apr 25, 2024

Bauerle Danzman quoted in the Washington Post on TikTok divestment bill

Read the full article here.

China Economy & Business

In the News

Apr 24, 2024

Shaffer quoted in S&P Global on US sanctions on Iran

Energy & Environment Energy Markets & Governance