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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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In the News

Jul 31, 2021

Roberts quoted in Bloomberg on China’s recent crackdown on its leading tech companies

By Dexter Tiff Roberts

Dexter Tiff Roberts was quoted in a Bloomberg article published on July 31 that discussed fundamental shifts in the way China manages its economy. The article highlights an argument Roberts made in his previous works, suggesting that Beijing has embarked on “a new and risky path in economic policy” in order to catch up with and exceed […]

China Economy & Business

In the News

Jul 31, 2021

Dagres joins the Monocle for a historical podcast series on the Iran hostage crisis

By Atlantic Council

Corruption Human Rights

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Haring in The National Interest: What Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya’s U.S. Visit Means for Belarus

By Atlantic Council

Belarus Civil Society

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Friedlander interviewed by CoinDesk about CBDC tracker

By Julia Friedlander

Read the full article here.

Digital Currencies Economy & Business

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Melcangi quoted in Formiche reacting to the political turmoil in Tunisia

By Atlantic Council

Corruption Democratic Transitions

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Melcangi quoted in Formiche reacting to the political turmoil in Tunisia

By Atlantic Council

Corruption Democratic Transitions

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Friedman in The Atlantic: Germany Found a Way to Reduce Polarization. Could It Work in the US?

"The country’s robust investment in public media has helped it reduce political divisions," writes Uri Friedman in The Atlantic

Germany Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Jul 30, 2021

Roberts quoted in Washington Post on the CCP’s strengthening grip on China’s tech companies

On July 30, Dexter Tiff Roberts was quoted in Washington Post article that discussed Beijing’s “politics in command” approach which “accepts some hits to economic growth in exchange for a stronger grip on tech companies.” Robert underscored Beijing’s intention on “strengthening control over private companies and foreign investment.” Read more about the author:

China Economy & Business

In the News

Jul 29, 2021

Asat quoted in the New York Times on China’s broken commitments to deal with human rights abuses

By Atlantic Council

China Conflict

In the News

Jul 29, 2021

Mezran quoted in L’Express on Tunisia’s economic crisis

By Atlantic Council

Civil Society Conflict