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Competitiveness

The Future of Strategic Arms Control
To manage the increasingly stark geopolitical power shifts of the past decade-plus, the United States should pursue arms control strategies that regulate rivalry and introduce a broader array of reciprocal restraints.

Report by Rebecca Lissner April 29, 2021 Center for Preventive Action

Asia

The Strategic Consequences of India’s COVID-19 Crisis

Blog Post by Daniel S. Markey April 28, 2021 Strength Through Peace

Europe

The Belt and Road Initiative: Forcing Europe to Reckon with China?
In addition to undermining European unity, BRI may also work to cleave the transatlantic alliance. To head off these dilemmas, Europe will need to provide clear alternatives to Chinese infrastructure spending.

Blog Post by Jennifer Hillman and Alex Tippett April 27, 2021 The Internationalist

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Americas

U.S. Detention of Child Migrants
Tens of thousands of unaccompanied children have been arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border each year, sparking debate over how to respond. A recent rise in their numbers has challenged the Biden administration.

Backgrounder by Amelia Cheatham May 4, 2021

Technology and Innovation

Open Access Fiber to Improve U.S. Internet Connectivity
To avoid falling behind the rest of the world on internet speed and access, the United States should rapidly deploy fiber-optic internet nationwide. 

Report by Robert K. Knake May 4, 2021 Digital and Cyberspace Policy Program

Pharmaceuticals and Vaccines

A Guide to Global COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts
Only a year after the new coronavirus emerged, the first vaccines to protect against it are being administered. But production challenges, vaccine nationalism, and new virus strains are all presenting hurdles.

Backgrounder by Claire Felter April 27, 2021