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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Report

Aug 11, 2026

Mapeo de la inversión estadounidense en América Latina y el Caribe

By Jose Antonio Gonzalez Anaya, Martin Cassinelli

Las inversiones de China en América Latina y el Caribe acaparan los titulares pero, aunque Estados Unidos ha sido durante mucho tiempo el mayor inversionista de la región, se sabe menos sobre hacia dónde van sus inversiones. Nuevos datos muestran qué países y sectores reciben la mayor inversión estadounidense, y cómo esa inversión afecta a las economías locales.

Economy & Business Latin America

Issue Brief

Aug 3, 2026

ASEAN-5 in an era of geoeconomic realignment: Opportunities and risks in a fragmenting global economy

By Amin Mohseni-Cheraghlou

ASEAN-5 is poised to become an increasingly important engine of global growth, supported by young populations, improving human capital, abundant resources, and deep integration into global supply chains. Yet fragmentation, trade tensions, climate risks, infrastructure gaps, and regulatory constraints could limit this potential, making coordinated reforms essential to securing resilient and sustained regional economic progress.

East Asia Economy & Business

Issue Brief

Jul 31, 2026

The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is a heavy blow to the deteriorating maritime order

By Elisabeth Braw

Iran’s use of a maritime chokepoint as a geopolitical tool—implemented in response to a war that violates the United Nations Charter—and the United States’ inconsistent response dramatically undermine the global maritime order and open the door for further such closures.

Economy & Business Geopolitics & Energy Security

Content

In the News

Oct 19, 2025

Atlantic Council mentioned in South China Morning Post coverage of Hong Kong FS Paul Chan’s IMF/World Bank week meetings.

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In the News

Oct 17, 2025

Wieslander in Al Jazeera

Director for Northern Europe, Anna Wieslander, was interviewed October 17 in an Al Jazeera article on Russia’s economy, sanctions against it and how it impacts the war in Ukraine. Wieslander argues that US leadership has changed when it comes to addressing Russia as a threat to European security and warns that Europe will pay a higher […]

Defense Policy Northern Europe

In the News

Oct 17, 2025

Mark quoted in NPR on China’s fading consumer stimulus, noting that spending slowed once government incentives ran out

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In the News

Oct 17, 2025

Bank of England’s Megan Greene quoted in Reuters at an Atlantic Council event, saying rising unemployment has eased wage pressures and argued against continued quarterly rate cuts

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In the News

Oct 17, 2025

Lipsky quoted in Bloomberg on IMF/World Bank week, noting lingering anxiety over renewed US–China trade tensions despite improved sentiment since April

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In the News

Oct 17, 2025

Mühleisen quoted in The New York Times on Trump’s proposed Argentina bailout, noting the reputational risk for U.S. officials if the deal results in losses

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In the News

Oct 16, 2025

Luis Caputo panel quoted in Buenos Aires Times on remarks at the Atlantic Council’s Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center during IMF/World Bank week, discussing Argentina’s plans to finalize a $20 billion currency swap before midterm elections

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In the News

Oct 15, 2025

Ackerman defends human oversight of battlefield decisions on Open Debate

By Atlantic Council

On October 3, Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Elliot Ackerman was featured in an episode of Open Debate entitled "Wartime Kill Switch: Human or AI?" in which he defended human control over lethal battlefield decisions.  

Artificial Intelligence Defense Policy

In the News

Oct 15, 2025

Donovan’s congressional committee briefing mentioned in The Wall Street Journal on discussions of Hong Kong’s role in money laundering, sanctions evasion, and capital flows for Chinese companies

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In the News

Oct 14, 2025

Rudolph argues for shipbuilding in the Great Lakes Region in the National Interest

On October 13, Abigail Rudolph published an article in the National Interest entitled, “How Shipbuilding Can Revive the US Heartland.” Rudolph explores the potential for shipbuilding in the Great Lakes region, leveraging existing manufacturing infrastructure, a skilled labor force, and strategic geographic advantages. She highlights the dual significance of shipbuilding in the region, meeting a […]

Defense Industry Maritime Security