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New Atlanticist

Jan 23, 2025

Syria’s post-Assad honeymoon is over. Now the hard work of state-building begins.

By Sinan Hatahet

The coming months will determine whether Syria’s new era will be a story of renewal or yet another missed opportunity.

Conflict Economy & Business

New Atlanticist

Jan 22, 2025

Seven questions (and expert answers) about Trump’s first actions to transform US energy

By Atlantic Council experts

Trump began his second term with a slew of statements and executive orders affecting energy. Atlantic Council experts decode what the changes will do and what to expect next.

Economy & Business Energy & Environment

In the News

Jan 22, 2025

Hruby in Real Clear Defense: “Building a Future-Focused Industrial Strategy”

By Atlantic Council

On January 22, 2025, Africa Center senior advisor Aubrey Hruby published an article in Real Clear Defense, “Building a Future-Focused Industrial Strategy”. “If we are to compete effectively in the new era of global economic rivalry—especially with China—we must develop an industrial policy that plays to our own strengths and builds on the unique dynamism […]

Defense Industry Economy & Business

MENASource

Jan 21, 2025

What a Secretary of State Rubio means for the Middle East: Getting tougher on Iran and tighter with allies 

By Joze Pelayo

By straddling the Ronald Reagan-era and Trump-era Republican foreign policy worldviews, Rubio is now well-positioned to counterbalance isolationist voices within the president’s circle.  

Conflict Democratic Transitions

MENASource

Jan 21, 2025

How the Gaza war brought Morocco and Israel closer

By Sarah Zaaimi

Security cooperation between Israel and Morocco is flourishing and has never been stronger, driven by a common Iranian threat and a shared vision for regional integration.

Defense Policy Economy & Business

In the News

Jan 21, 2025

Lipsky quoted by the Financial Times on why Trump decisions were delayed

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Economy & Business International Markets

In the News

Jan 21, 2025

Busch quoted by Semafor on US leverage over Mexico in USMCA trade talks

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Economy & Business International Markets

New Atlanticist

Jan 20, 2025

What to know about Trump’s day-one promise to take back the Panama Canal

By Jason Marczak

Trump's presidency can be an opportunity to further use the tools of the US government to advance the US business presence in Panama.

Americas Economy & Business

Fast Thinking

Jan 20, 2025

What Trump’s inaugural address means for the world

By Atlantic Council

Atlantic Council experts offer their insights on what the new US president announced on his first day back—and what to expect next.

Economy & Business Elections

New Atlanticist

Jan 19, 2025

On trade and technology, the US and EU need each other now more than ever

By Trevor Rudolph

Washington and Brussels must collaborate on telecommunications, semiconductors, and critical minerals to compete with nonmarket economies.

Economy & Business European Union

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