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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Turkey’s Demands Could Destroy Migrant Deal

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

Turkey’s Demands Could Destroy Migrant Deal

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

Turkey’s Demands Could Destroy Migrant Deal

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

New Atlanticist

Mar 9, 2016

Turkey’s Demands Could Destroy Migrant Deal

By Ashish Kumar Sen

Atlantic Council’s Fran Burwell predicts political opposition in Europe A preliminary deal struck between the European Union and Turkey to shut Europe’s backdoor to migrants fleeing across the Aegean Sea could likely crumble under the burden of Turkey’s demands, said the Atlantic Council’s Fran Burwell. “There are a whole bunch of questions about this deal […]

European Union International Organizations

In the News

Mar 9, 2016

Burwell in Rzeczpospolita: Poland’s Strength Lies in the European Union’s Strength

By Frances G. Burwell

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European Union International Organizations

In the News

Mar 9, 2016

Dungan Quoted by Politico Europe on the United States and European Union’s Stance and Strategy Against Russia and Putin

By Nicholas Dungan

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European Union International Organizations

In the News

Mar 9, 2016

Pham Quoted by Maghreb Arabe Press on Ban Ki-Moon’s Tindouf Refugee Camp Comments

By J. Peter Pham

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International Organizations North Africa

In the News

Mar 8, 2016

Gedmin Quoted by Zocalo on British Cultural Influence on America

By Jeffrey Gedmin

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European Union International Organizations

Event Recap

Mar 8, 2016

Finding Traction for TTIP: Perspectives on the US-UK Trade Relationship feat. UK Trade Minister Lord Francis Maude

By Future Europe Initiative

On March 8, the Atlantic Council hosted a private lunch discussion with UK Minister of State for Trade and Investment, the Rt. Hon. Lord Maude of Horsham. Lord Maude was accompanied by his appointed successor, Lord Price, who will take up the duties of trade minister in April.

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

In the News

Mar 7, 2016

Ullman in UPI: Inside the Looking Glass – the Race for the US Presidency

By Harlan Ullman

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Elections Politics & Diplomacy

In the News

Mar 7, 2016

Koranyi Quoted by Reuters on Clinton’s Plans to Stop Fracking

By David Koranyi

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Elections Politics & Diplomacy

New Atlanticist

Mar 7, 2016

Move Ahead with TTIP

By Andrea Montanino and E. Anthony Wayne

European Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmström and US Trade Representative Michael Froman will meet March 11 and again on March 18 to take stock of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations. If successful, TTIP will take the US-EU trade and investment relationship to new heights, create economic growth on both sides of the Atlantic, […]

Economy & Business European Union

In the News

Mar 4, 2016

Pham Quoted by Time on US Role in Uganda’s Presidential Elections

By J. Peter Pham

Read the full article here.

East Africa Elections
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Michael Schuman

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China Economy & Business

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Jeannine B. Scott

Nonresident Senior Fellow

Africa Center

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Mark Scott

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Digital Forensic Research Lab

Digital Policy Disinformation

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Stewart Scott

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Thomas Scott

Emerging Technology General Counsel

Millennium Leadership Program

Digital Currencies Economy & Business
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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
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