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New Atlanticist

Oct 11, 2019

US-China trade war reaches a pause, but still a long way to resolution

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >David A. Wemer</span>

While the current trade war pause is good news for many concerned about a damaging escalation in tensions between two of the world’s most important economies, there remains a long road ahead before either Beijing or Washington is ready to fully commit to trade peace.

China Trade and tariffs

UkraineAlert

Oct 11, 2019

Ukraine’s $50 billion challenge

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Andy Hunder</span>

The key concerns from business are not new. The rule of law, fair justice, macroeconomic stability, a predictable tax policy, secure investment, and property rights, including intellectual property rights, top their lists.

Fiscal and Structural Reform International Financial Institutions

MENASource

Oct 10, 2019

Iraqi IDPs amid US-Iranian tensions

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Leah Hickert</span>

As Iraq protests in the past week escalated and settled down, real grievances issued by Iraqi citizens—related to crumbling infrastructure, high unemployment, and lack of services—need to be resolved by the government to destabilize the situation. However, there are additional issues concerning the internally displaced people (IDPs) in Iraq who may lack the agency or […]

Economy & Business Human Rights

In the News

Oct 10, 2019

Hruby in Project Syndicate: Are traditional multinationals ready for emerging markets?

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Atlantic Council</span>

Africa Economy & Business
Libra

Digital currencies

Oct 10, 2019

Breaking the buck: What Libra’s demise means for central banks

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Michael B. Greenwald</span>

There is little evidence to suggest that Libra can address the needs of those without bank accounts. With its structure working against the benefits of a central bank digital currency, Libra is less of a call to action and more a solution in search of a problem.

Digital Currencies Financial Regulation

Past events

Oct 9, 2019

Belt and Road in Latin America: Where does the future lie?

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Maria Borselli</span>

With 19 signatories in Latin America, China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has earned supporters and skeptics in the Western Hemisphere. How will BRI evolve in Latin America and how will it impact the US?

China Energy & Environment

New Atlanticist

Oct 9, 2019

How governments can use cyber tools irresponsibly to preserve power

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Safa Shahwan</span>

The Kazakh case serves as an example of irresponsible cyber statecraft, when governments use cyberspace and technological tools to achieve specific political goals, placing the rights of citizens, as well as their political legitimacy, on the line.

Central Asia Cybersecurity

UkraineAlert

Oct 9, 2019

Mission possible

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Basil Kalymon</span>

The government wants to liberalize the economy and proceed with radical and swift changes.

Corruption Democratic Transitions
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Issue Brief

Oct 8, 2019

Belt and Road in Latin America: A regional game changer?

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Pepe Zhang</span>

A pragmatic, proactive, and forward-thinking approach is key to ensuring that a massive and evolving Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) provides concrete benefits to Latin America and the Caribbean. In particular, countries in the region—and the United States—should take stock of four emerging BRI trends to stay ahead of the game.

China Energy & Environment
Two men walking across a floodgate.

Issue Brief

Oct 8, 2019

Belt and Road in Latin America: A regional game changer?

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Pepe Zhang</span>

A pragmatic, proactive, and forward-thinking approach is key to ensuring that a massive and evolving Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) provides concrete benefits to Latin America and the Caribbean. In particular, countries in the region—and the United States—should take stock of four emerging BRI trends to stay ahead of the game.

China Energy & Environment

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