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New Atlanticist

Apr 8, 2025

The EU could respond to Trump’s tariffs with a new ‘anti-coercion instrument.’ Here’s what to know.

By Erik Brattberg, Jacopo Pastorelli, and Benjamin Schwab

Confronted with the latest round of US tariffs, the European Union is considering a new but untested tool in its economic-security toolbox.

Economic Sanctions Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Apr 8, 2025

Europeans are responding to Trump by rallying around the EU flag

By Anna Wieslander and Louise Blomqvist

The Trump administration’s stances toward Europe have led to increased support for the European Union among the bloc’s citizens.

Defense Industry Defense Policy

New Atlanticist

Apr 7, 2025

Why protectionism and market accessibility are now driving international trade

By Ridhika Batra

Preferential trade agreements are becoming the norm globally as a way to keep trade predictable and for economies to defend themselves against lawlessness.

Economy & Business India

New Atlanticist

Apr 7, 2025

The IMF is a good deal for the US. Here’s how Trump can help make it even more effective.

By Elizabeth Shortino

The institution provides the United States a significant source of economic leverage, helps prevent financial crises, and serves as a counterweight to China’s influence.

Economy & Business International Financial Institutions

New Atlanticist

Apr 4, 2025

Experts react: How the world is responding to Trump’s ‘liberation day’ tariffs

By Atlantic Council experts

Atlantic Council experts tour the world to take stock of how US trading partners are responding to US President Donald Trump’s new reciprocal tariffs.

China Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Apr 2, 2025

Trump should not forget the Russian hand behind the Houthis

By Katherine Spencer

While negotiating with Russia, the United States must bear in mind the Kremlin’s support for the Houthis’ attacks on Red Sea shipping.

Conflict Crisis Management

New Atlanticist

Apr 2, 2025

Do Americans want a Mar-a-Lago Accord?

By Daniel McDowell and David Steinberg

The US public appears pleased with the dollar’s current value and international role. It will need a lot of convincing to support moves to upend the status quo.

Economy & Business International Markets

New Atlanticist

Apr 1, 2025

The EU just released a roadmap to defend Europe. Will member states follow it?

By Petr Tůma

To implement the European Commission’s defense readiness report, EU member states must make significant financial commitments and navigate the bloc’s political divisions.

Defense Industry Defense Policy

New Atlanticist

Mar 31, 2025

Dispatch from Hong Kong: How the ‘geoeconomic city’ is weathering global headwinds

By Josh Lipsky, Ananya Kumar

From Chinese and US economic growth to stablecoin regulations, a recent visit to Hong Kong offered important insights for two Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center experts.

China Digital Currencies

New Atlanticist

Mar 27, 2025

Peru’s crime wave: A populist opening or a chance for reform?

By Martin Cassinelli

Solving Peru’s security crisis will require institutional reforms that combat political corruption and address the root causes of crime.

Corruption Elections
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Experts

Fellow

Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley

Distinguished Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security

Middle East National Security

Staff

Sarah Zaaimi

Deputy Director, Communications

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Crisis Management