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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

Sep 29, 2023

The TransAtlantic Forum was featured in Neue Zurcher Zeitung Deutschland.

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China Japan

In the News

Sep 29, 2023

Garlauskas quoted in VOA and iNews

On September 27, Markus Garlauskas was quoted several times in a Voice of America article, “South Korea’s Dilemma: Is North Korea the Only Threat?” He emphasized that South Korea should increase its preparations to deal with threats beyond North Korea, particularly China. The article also referenced IPSI’s recent report on the risks of Chinese intervention […]

Arms Control China

In the News

Sep 29, 2023

Novak quoted in the Guardian on PRC–Timor-Leste partnership

On September 28, IPSI nonresident fellow Parker Novak was quoted in the Guardian. He comments on the strategic implications of a recent joint statement between the PRC and Timor-Leste, explaining that “the People’s Republic of China (PRC) would stand to benefit from increasing its influence in Timor-Leste,” but may hesitate to make large investments in […]

Australia China

In the News

Sep 29, 2023

Soofer contributes to Project Atom on US nuclear strategy

Rob Soofer outlines prospects for deterring nuclear peer competitors in the latest Project Atom report.

Arms Control China

In the News

Sep 28, 2023

Donovan quoted by Energy Intelligence on US response to Russia’s LNG

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Geopolitics & Energy Security Intelligence

In the News

Sep 28, 2023

Hinata-Yamaguchi published in North Korea News on North Korea’s naval modernization challenges

On September 27, IPSI nonresident senior fellow Ryo Hinata-Yamaguchi published an article in North Korea News. He discusses the challenges facing North Korea surrounding its efforts to modernize its outdated Navy, writing that “deployment of nuclear arms and a few new ships can’t overcome antiquated technology and decades of poor defense planning.” 

Defense Technologies Indo-Pacific

In the News

Sep 28, 2023

Soofer featured on RealClearDefense

By Atlantic Council

Robert Soofer and co-authors warn against the risks of targeting civilian populations in the event of a nuclear event.

China Conflict

In the News

Sep 28, 2023

Webster quoted in CNBC on China’s contribution to Russia’s war effort

China Economy & Business

In the News

Sep 26, 2023

Guevara in El Heraldo de Mexico on the on the Wagner Group’s continued presence in Africa

By Inigo Guevara Moyano

On September 26, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Inigo Guevara authored an article in El Heraldo de México on the Wagner Group’s continued presence in Africa (text in Spanish). 

Africa Russia

In the News

Sep 26, 2023

Stefanini featured in Formiche on the legacy of the Italy’s former president Giorgio Napolitano

By Stefano Stefanini

On September 26, Transatlantic Security Initiative nonresident senior fellow Stefano Stefanini wrote an op-ed in Formiche on the legacy of the former president of Italy Giorgio Napolitano (text in Italian).

Security & Defense