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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

Mar 2, 2014

Wilson: Putin “Testing the Waters”

By Damon Wilson

The Chicago Sun-Times quotes Atlantic Council executive VP Damon Wilson on how the White House can stem Russia’s interference in Ukraine:

Russia Ukraine

In the News

Feb 28, 2014

Scowcroft Center Experts on Defense Budget

By Barry Pavel

Vice President and Scowcroft Center on International Security Director Barry Pavel and Scowcroft Center Senior Fellows James Hasik and James Joyner are quoted by the Financial Times on the new defense budget: 

In the News

Feb 28, 2014

Pham Speaks at African Ambassadors’ Event on Regional Solutions

Atlantic Council Africa Director J. Peter Pham was a featured speaker at an African ambassadors’ roundtable on “Regional Solutions to Challenges in Africa” at the National Press Club today.

Morocco

In the News

Feb 28, 2014

Brzezinski Comments on Crimea Occupation

By Ian Brzezinski

Ian Brzezinski, senior fellow for the Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security, is quoted by CNBC on Russia’s aggressive moves in Crimea:

Russia Ukraine

In the News

Feb 28, 2014

Salcedo: Andres Bello and Venezuela’s Future

By Victor Salcedo

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Intern Victor Salcedo writes for the Huffington Post on protests in Venezuela:

Venezuela

In the News

Feb 28, 2014

Brzezinski: Kremlin’s Missteps in Ukraine

By Ian Brzezinski

Brent Scowcroft Center on International Security Senior Fellow Ian Brzezinski joins BBC Radio 5 Live to discuss recent developments in Ukraine:

Ukraine

In the News

Feb 27, 2014

Schechter on Venezuela: “This Can’t Go On”

By Peter Schechter

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Director Peter Schechter talks about protests in Venezuela with BBC World News America:

Venezuela

In the News

Feb 27, 2014

Benitez on Ukraine

By Jorge Benitez

Atlantic Council Senior Fellow and NATOSource Director Jorge Benitez discusses Ukraine with CCTV America’s Mike Walter. 

Ukraine

In the News

Feb 26, 2014

NYT on Garibashvili’s Visit

The New York Times reports on Georgian Prime MInister Irakli Garibashvili’s visit to Washington, including his speech at the Atlantic Council:

The Caucasus

In the News

Feb 26, 2014

Hof on Syria: “Terror [is] the Regime’s Tactics of Choice”

By Frederic C. Hof

NOW quotes Rafik Hariri Senior Fellow Frederic Hof on UN Security Resolution 2139 which provides humanitarian aid in Syria:

Syria