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New Atlanticist

Oct 30, 2020

Lithuania’s new government: Women-led coalition wins confidence in difficult times

By Agnia Grigas

The new government will be particularly well positioned to lead Lithuania through the COVID-19 pandemic, achieve needed domestic reforms, and navigate the delicate situation in neighboring Belarus.

Belarus Elections

New Atlanticist

Oct 29, 2020

Five big questions as America votes: China

By Asia Security Initiative

As China adopts a more assertive diplomatic, economic, and military footing in the Indo-Pacific and beyond, the United States has been accelerating efforts to coordinate a global response to China’s rise.

China Coronavirus

Insights & Impact

Oct 29, 2020

Fontenrose quoted in Bloomberg on the United State’s proposed sale of 50 F-35s to the UAE

Elections Politics & Diplomacy

Insights & Impact

Oct 29, 2020

Lipner quoted in Jewish Telegraphic Agency on the Obama administration’s Israel policy

Elections Israel

Insights & Impact

Oct 29, 2020

Ferziger quoted in Financial Express on the Arab-Israeli conflict

Elections Israel

MENASource

Oct 29, 2020

Middle East business leaders provide perspective on the economic impact of the upcoming US presidential election

By Middle East experts

In an empowerME survey conducted in the last thirty days, thirty-two Middle East business leaders shared their views on the possible economic impact of the 2020 US Presidential election. Atlantic Council experts Kirsten Fontenrose, Amjad Ahmad, Mohsin Khan, and Jean-Francois Seznec analyzed the data and provided the following key takeaways.

Education Elections

In the News

Oct 29, 2020

Brooks mentioned in Forbes on CISA-commissioned graphic novel to combat election disinformation

By Atlantic Council

On October 28, Forward Defense non-resident senior fellow Max Brooks was mentioned in a Forbes article on Real Fake, an online graphic novel commissioned by the US Cyber Infrastructure and Security Agency (CISA) to combat election disinformation.

Cybersecurity Disinformation

New Atlanticist

Oct 28, 2020

Hopes dim for reformed Kyrgyzstan as new president consolidates power

By Andrew D’Anieri

"Kyrgyzstan stands at a dangerous crossroads," Noah Tucker says, "with leadership in parliament and the executive now firmly held by an unelected leader."

Central Asia Corruption

New Atlanticist

Oct 28, 2020

Five big questions as America votes: Latin America

By Adrienne Arsht Latin America Center

Given its proximity to the United States, an economically vibrant and healthy Latin America is in the interest of the next US administration. Now, more than ever, it is important for the United States to lean in on Latin America as a strategic partner and continue growing its existing economic, social, and political ties for mutual benefit.

Coronavirus Democratic Transitions

Issue Brief

Oct 28, 2020

2020 election scenarios: Implications for American foreign policy

By Barry Pavel

The outcome of the US presidential election in November will reverberate throughout the world. It will have a direct impact on US allies and partners, as well as structural implications for the global system. Will the United States continue to play its post-World War II international leadership role? Or will Washington continue its steady retreat from international commitments?

China Elections

Experts