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Arctic

What’s at Stake With Rising Competition in the Arctic?
A changing climate and growing competition for resources is raising tensions among Arctic nations.

In Brief by Brian L. Sittlow May 1, 2020

Climate Change

International Cooperation on Climate Change

Podcast

Conference Call with Andrew Revkin September 11, 2019 Academic and Higher Education Webinars

Arctic

Arctic Governance
As national governments, international institutions, and nonstate actors explore different approaches to Arctic governance, a cohesive approach is necessary to address the environmental, economic, sociocultural, and geopolitical challenges this region faces.

Report by Zhao Long November 29, 2018 International Institutions and Global Governance Program

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Coronavirus

By How Much Are Countries Underreporting COVID-19 Cases and Deaths?
As COVID-19 continues to ravage countries including Brazil and India, scientists warn that cases and deaths are being undercounted. Without accurate tallies, government responses won’t be enough to defeat outbreaks.

In Brief by Claire Felter May 10, 2021

Taiwan

Why China-Taiwan Relations Are So Tense
Differences over Taiwan’s status have fueled rising tensions between the island and the mainland. Conflict over Taiwan also has the potential to be a flash point in U.S.-China relations.

Backgrounder by Lindsay Maizland May 10, 2021

Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, Peace Requires Domestic Reconciliation

Blog Post by Michelle Gavin May 7, 2021 Africa in Transition