How China could respond to US sanctions in a Taiwan crisis
Beijing has watched carefully as Western allies have deployed unprecedented economic statecraft against Russia over the past two years. Our…
Theme: Peace, Conflict & Security
The Cost of Russia’s Friendship With Azerbaijan
Amid the war in Ukraine, Azerbaijan has become an essential partner for Russia when it comes to both energy exports,…
The U.S. Aid Package for Ukraine Is a Breakthrough but No Silver Bullet
The approval of U.S. aid to Ukraine, long overdue and needlessly controversial, is a major milestone. But a milestone on…
Defending Civic Space in the United States: Lessons Learned Around the World
In a context of democratic erosion, U.S. civil society organizations face a widening array of legal, political, and security threats.…
How Joe Biden Sabotaged the ‘Rules-Based Order’
By denying that Israel has violated international humanitarian law in Gaza, Washington is discrediting itself and the order that it…
Securitization and European Democracy Policy
Current geopolitical trends are pushing the EU to increasingly prioritize security in its international action and outreach, including on democracy…
Most Black Americans Want a More Active U.S. Role in Ending the War in Gaza and Protecting Palestinian Lives
A survey of Black Americans shows a majority want the United States to call for an immediate and permanent ceasefire.…
A Test for West African Regionalism: Explaining ECOWAS Response to the Crisis in Niger
Facing the ongoing crisis in Niger, ECOWAS stands at a crossroads. On the one hand, ECOWAS initial threat of military…
Senegal: A Model Democracy in Crisis
The recent political crisis in Senegal is amplified by the stature its democratic history has in the region. Alongside Cape…
Tackling Kidnapping in Nigeria: Enhancing Security in Movement, Communications and Cash
The report highlights that Nigeria’s security challenges extend beyond the jihadist insurgency in the North-East. Conflict exists in all six…