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In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Sinographs Nov 22, 2024

The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

By Josh Lipsky, Mrugank Bhusari

Diversification away from China is proving far more difficult for high value-added goods such as electronics – and the incoming Trump administration knows that.
China Economy & Business
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Econographics Nov 22, 2024

Sanctions expectations in a second Trump administration

By Daniel Tannebaum

Sanctions are poised to remain a cornerstone of US foreign policy under a second Trump administration. With a focus on Iran, Russia, and potentially China, Trump’s team may lean on tools like secondary sanctions while navigating a tense geopolitical environment.
China Economic Sanctions
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

New Atlanticist Nov 13, 2024

The Trump trade wars are coming back. Here’s what to expect this time.

By Josh Lipsky

Donald Trump’s belief in tariffs is deeply rooted, and the incoming president is resolved to fill out his administration with those who will support his vision on trade.
China Economy & Business
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

New Atlanticist Nov 6, 2024

Donald Trump just won the presidency. Our experts answer the big questions about what that means for America’s role in the world.

By Atlantic Council experts

When Trump returns to the presidency on January 20 next year, a number of global challenges will be awaiting him. Our experts outline what to expect.
Conflict Economy & Business
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

New Atlanticist Nov 5, 2024

To counter the Axis of Evasion, the US must tackle third-country procurement networks

By Kimberly Donovan

Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea are increasing their coordination with illicit procurement networks through third countries.
China Economic Sanctions
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Sinographs Aug 22, 2024

Why the next trade war with China may look very different from the last one

By Mrugank Bhusari

Far more countries share concerns over the impact of an expansion of Chinese exports. This time, they will likely target finished consumer goods over intermediary inputs.
China Economy & Business

In-Depth Research

In the News Nov 15, 2024

Avoiding Entanglement: G20 Responses in a Taiwan Crisis report cited by the Wall Street Journal on how China would respond to trade restrictions from the West

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Brazil China
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Report Oct 22, 2024

The economic and social costs of the war in Gaza

By Perrihan Al-Riffai

After a year of war, Israel, the Palestinian territories, and neighboring countries need a permanent ceasefire. But with development gains erased, billions of dollars in infrastructure damaged, and skyrocketing unemployment, the Middle East also urgently needs a solid reconstruction plan.
Conflict Israel
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Report Oct 9, 2024

End of the line: The cost of faltering reforms

By Atlantic Council GeoEconomics Center and Rhodium Group

The China Pathfinder project examines whether China’s economy is converging or diverging with the world’s leading open market economies.
China Digital Policy
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Issue Brief Sep 20, 2024

Toward a financial inclusion agenda for the global majority

By Nicole Goldin

Policymakers, investors, and innovators must advance a new financial inclusion agenda designed for the global majority.
Economy & Business Fiscal and Structural Reform
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Report Sep 9, 2024

Sharing the post carbon economy means building a resilient EV supply chain

By Sarah Bauerle Danzman

In this report Sarah Bauerle Danzman advances the policy discussion by compiling trade, investment, and EV industrial policy data across the G20, and offers six recommendations to the G20 to build a resilient EV supply chain.
Brazil China
In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

Report Jun 7, 2024

Reconstructing Ukraine at war: The journey to prosperity starts now

By John E. Herbst, Olga Khakova, Charles Lichfield

Rebuilding the Ukrainian economy after Russia’s full-scale invasion will be a monumental task. Reconstruction can’t wait for peace and must be a well-coordinated, inclusive process.
Economy & Business Energy & Environment

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New Atlanticist

Dec 6, 2024

Four questions (and expert answers) about the EU-Mercosur trade deal

By Atlantic Council experts

Our experts share their perspectives on the landmark trade deal between the European Union and the South American economic bloc.

Brazil European Union

New Atlanticist

Dec 5, 2024

How Congress can thwart the flow of fentanyl using economic statecraft

By David Mortlock

The United States should use sanctions to target entities involved in the fentanyl trade, and Congress can take action to make that approach more effective.

China Economic Sanctions

New Atlanticist

Dec 4, 2024

To help Georgians, the West must drive a wedge between Georgia and the Russia-China-Iran camp

By Maia Nikoladze

Despite strong support among Georgians for their country to join the European Union, the governing Georgian Dream party has taken big steps to break with the West in favor of the “axis of evasion.”

China European Union
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New Atlanticist

Dec 10, 2024

In Ghana, incoming President John Mahama must quickly act on debt restructuring and economic reforms

By Rabah Arezki

The Mahama administration will need to focus on increasing transparency and the removal of corporate subsidies. But for its reform agenda to work, Ghana must receive support from the international community to expedite its debt restructuring.

Africa Economy & Business

Atlantic Debrief

Dec 10, 2024

#AtlanticDebrief – What is the future of the Three Seas Initiative? | A debrief from Amb. Georgette Mosbacher

As part of Central Europe Week, Ian Brzezinski sits down with Ambassador Georgette Mosbacher to discuss 3SI and Central Europe’s effort to modernize and expand cross-border regional infrastructure.

Central Europe Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Dec 10, 2024

Ghana’s president: Efficiency, transparency, and reform is Africa’s path to debt sustainability

By Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo

Africa’s debt crisis is a global challenge, but lessons from Ghana’s restructuring success highlight the power of reforms and collaboration to restore financial stability.

Africa Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Dec 6, 2024

Four questions (and expert answers) about the EU-Mercosur trade deal

By Atlantic Council experts

Our experts share their perspectives on the landmark trade deal between the European Union and the South American economic bloc.

Brazil European Union

In the News

Dec 6, 2024

Dollar Dominance Monitor cited by the Wall Street Journal on the dollar’s international use

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Economy & Business International Markets

In the News

Dec 6, 2024

Donovan quoted by the Wall Street Journal on how using sanctions impacts the dollar’s use as a national security tool

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Economic Sanctions Economy & Business

In the News

Dec 6, 2024

Dollar Dominance Monitor cited by Reuters on the BRICS-led effort to reduce reliance on the dollar

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Brazil China

In the News

Dec 6, 2024

Sanctioning China in a Taiwan crisis: Scenarios and risks report cited by the Wall Street Journal on how Western sanctions could impact the Chinese economy

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China Economic Sanctions

In the News

Dec 6, 2024

Kumar quoted by the Washington Post on Trump’s plan for federal bitcoin reserve

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Digital Currencies United States and Canada

New Atlanticist

Dec 5, 2024

What to know about Argentina’s new investment promotion regime

By Ignacio Albe and William Tobin

The Incentive Regime for Large Investments could build investor confidence in the Argentine economy, but the policy faces significant economic and political challenges.

Economy & Business Financial Regulation
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Experts

Fellow

Ethel Rudnitzki

Nonresident Journalist Fellow

Global China Hub

Brazil China

Fellow

Santiago Villa

Nonresident Journalist Fellow

Global China Hub

Africa China

Fellow

Danuta Hübner

Distinguished Fellow

Europe Center

Democratic Transitions Economy & Business

Staff

Alexis Harmon

Assistant Director

Global Energy Center

Geopolitics & Energy Security Renewables & Advanced Energy

Advisory Council member

Omar Vargas

Member, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Advisory Council

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Economy & Business English

Advisory Council member

Leticia Ossa Daza

Member, Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center Advisory Council

Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Americas Colombia
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Events

Online Event Thu, January 9, 2025 • 9:00 am ET

Trump, trade, and tariffs: The global economy in 2025
China Economy & Business International Markets Macroeconomics
Online Event Tue, January 14, 2025 • 9:00 am ET

Innovative climate finance in 2025: Evaluating guarantee mechanisms
Climate Change & Climate Action Economy & Business Energy & Environment