International Organizations

Following the Second World War, the United States and its democratic allies sought to create a rules-based international order to guarantee stability and prosperity for their societies. Understanding that international cooperation was crucial to tackle global issues and ensure peace, multilateral organizations were created to facilitate discussion, pool resources, mediate conflict, and coordinate joint action. Whether focusing on security, economics, health, the environment, or energy, these organizations are vital forums of international engagement and global problem-solving.

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New Atlanticist

Jan 17, 2017

Samantha Power Outlines Russian Threat to the United States, Rules-Based Order

By Ashish Kumar Sen

The United States’ Ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, on January 17 described Russia as a “major threat” facing the United States and the rules-based liberal world order, and cautioned Americans against allowing Moscow to divide them in the face of this threat. “Our values, our security, our prosperity, and our very way of […]

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New Atlanticist

Jan 17, 2017

Transatlantic Relationship Forecast: Stormy Weather Ahead

By Ashish Kumar Sen

The transatlantic relationship is in for a rough ride over the course of Donald Trump’s presidency simply because there is no “correcting mechanism” among the incoming cabinet to counter the next US president’s rhetoric on the European Union, according to an Atlantic Council analyst. In an interview with the Times of London and Germany’s Bild […]

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New Atlanticist

Jan 10, 2017

Trump’s National Security Advisor Seeks to Reassure Allies

By Ashish Kumar Sen

US President-elect Donald Trump’s national security advisor, retired Lt. Gen. Michael T. Flynn, on January 10 sought to reassure US allies of the incoming administration’s commitment to alliances. Flynn said the incoming National Security Council’s mission, guided by Trump’s vision to “make America great again,” will be supported by an overarching policy of “peace through […]

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In the News

Jan 10, 2017

Trump & Obama Aides, Experts Weigh America’s Global Role

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China European Union

In the News

Dec 30, 2016

Wyne in War on the Rocks: Thirteen Developments that Defined 2016

By Ali Wyne

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MENASource

Dec 19, 2016

The Future of EU-Turkey Relations

By Tancrède Fulconis and Aaron Stein

Turkish-European relations have declined considerably in recent years, with little progress made on the accession of Turkey to the European Union (EU) since formal negotiations began in 2005. Turkey’s actions following the failed July coup attempt and the rise of right-wing nationalist populism in the west further damaged any prospects of improving relations. The matter […]

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EUSource

Dec 19, 2016

EU bolsters trade defense, renews Russia sanctions

By Future Europe Initiative

THIS WEEK’S KEY TAKE-AWAYS EU strengthens anti-dumping measures, angering China Ukraine trade deal adapted to Dutch demands Leaders of EU-27 agree Brexit transition plan

Economy & Business European Union

Bremain vs Brexit

Dec 16, 2016

Transatlantic Security in a Trump Era

By Ashish Kumar Sen

Spanish foreign minister discusses the rise of populism, dealing with Vladimir Putin, and measuring defense expenditure The year 2016 has been a terrific one for Russian President Vladimir Putin. The rising tide of populism across Europe has brought to the forefront far-right populist leaders, in France and Germany, for example, who espouse pro-Russia rhetoric. The […]

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Trade in Action

Dec 14, 2016

TTIP&TRADE in Action – December 14, 2016

By Global Business & Economics Program

Check out the latest EconoGraphic from our team on the Italian Referendum and Italy’s economic issues that will impact its growth and stability.

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia
President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, and President of the European Council Donald Tusk, Dec. 13, 2016

NATOSource

Dec 13, 2016

Taking EU-NATO Cooperation to a New Level

By Donald Tusk, Jean-Claude Juncker, and Jens Stoltenberg, NATO

Rising from the ashes of World War II, NATO and what is now the European Union were created with one goal: to prevent the horrors of another war in Europe….

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