Politics & Diplomacy

Politics & Diplomacy

Healthy democratic societies are governed through the holding of elections, passage of policies through government institutions, and equal application of the law to all citizens. These activities influence not only the internal decisions of these societies, but also inform the ways countries interact with their regional and global neighbors, whether through direct bilateral ties or encompassed in larger international organizations.

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The Future of EU-Turkey Relations

New Atlanticist
Mar 18, 2025

The Gaza cease-fire is over. What’s next from Israel, Hamas, and the US?

By
Atlantic Council experts

In the early hours of March 18, Israel launched air strikes on Gaza, ending the two-month cease-fire. Atlantic Council experts answer pressing questions about the resumed conflict.

Conflict
Israel

The Future of EU-Turkey Relations

New Atlanticist
Mar 17, 2025

Enough carrots for Putin. For better negotiations, serve ‘maximum pressure’ instead.

By
Benjamin L. Schmitt, Richard L. Morningstar, and Daniel Fried

Since Russia appears content for negotiations to move slowly, the Trump administration should turn up the pressure with new sanctions.

Conflict
Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

The Future of EU-Turkey Relations

Issue Brief
Mar 13, 2025

Present without impact? How the Middle East perceives China’s diplomatic engagement

By
Jonathan Fulton

Despite economic advancements and high-profile diplomatic engagements, China’s influence remains largely economic rather than political, Jonathan Fulton argues.

China
Economy & Business

Content

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 […]

European Union France
Christmas market

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 […]

European Union International Organizations

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….

European Union International Organizations

Issue Brief

Dec 13, 2016

Spotlight France: Europe’s swing state

By Jeffrey Lightfoot, Jérémie Gallon

“France: Europe’s Swing State: Foreign Policy Begins at Home,” argue that France is the pivotal swing state in shaping the contours of a stronger European Union (EU) and a reinforced transatlantic alliance at a crucial moment in the history of the West.

European Union France

Issue Brief

Dec 13, 2016

Spotlight France: Europe’s swing state

By Jérémie Gallon and Jeff Lightfoot

France’s geopolitical power in Europe is unique. It combines a positive legacy of global leadership, a rich diplomatic network, universal aspirations, global military reach, cultural influence, and economic heft. The authors, Atlantic Council Senior Fellows Jérémie Gallon and Jeff Lightfoot, of this paper, “France: Europe’s Swing State: Foreign Policy Begins at Home,” argue that France […]

European Union France

Event Recap

Dec 13, 2016

Roundtable discussion with Noah Manyika

By Africa Center

On Tuesday, November 29, the Atlantic Council’s Africa Center hosted Noah Manyika, convenor of the Build Zimbabwe Alliance, for a roundtable discussion on Zimbabwe’s opposition parties and the political landscape in the country ahead of the 2018 presidential elections. Africa Center Visiting Fellow Chloë McGrath welcomed participants, introduced Manyika, and moderated the discussion. In his […]

Africa Democratic Transitions
European Central Bank Chief Mario Draghi at a press conference on December 8

EUSource

Dec 9, 2016

Uncertainty in Italy after referendum and Renzi resignation

By Future Europe Initiative

THIS WEEK’S KEY TAKE-AWAYS Future of Italian banks after referendum in limbo German company caught in crosshairs of US-China spat EU accuses US of violating Open Skies agreement European Central Bank opts for longer but lower QE

Economy & Business Elections

Event Recap

Dec 8, 2016

Rethinking Eritrea

By Africa Center

On Thursday, December 8, the Atlantic Council’s Africa Center launched two new publications on Eritrea. The first, Eritrea’s Economy: Ideology and Opportunity, authored by fragile states expert Seth Kaplan, examines the nexus between the ideology of Eritrea’s leadership and the country’s struggling economy. The second, Eritrea: Coming In from the Cold, authored by Africa Center […]

Africa East Africa
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Heidi Hardt

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Transatlantic Security Initiative

Climate Change & Climate Action International Organizations

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Tara Hariharan

Managing Director, Global Macro Research, NWI Management LP

Millennium Leadership Program

Americas Central Europe
Melinda Haring

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Melinda Haring

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Eurasia Center

Ukraine Civil Society

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David Hathaway

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Global China Hub

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Stefanie Hausheer Ali

Nonresident Fellow

Rafik Hariri Center & Middle East programs

Arabic Economy & Business

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Volodymyr Havrylov

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Eurasia Center

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Geopolitics & Energy Security Iraq Middle East Politics & Diplomacy
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Trade over aid: Prosperity for the US and the developing world
Politics & Diplomacy Resilience & Society United States and Canada
Online Event Mon, May 18, 2026 • 9:00 am ET

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Defense Industry Defense Policy Politics & Diplomacy Security & Defense