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June 26, 2024

Iran
The Islamic Republic’s Power Centers

Who calls the shots in Iran on economic policy, security, and domestic calls for reform? A look at the government’s organization chart indicates how complicated the answer is.

Close up of Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei giving an address

September 20, 2024

United States
Misperceptions and Misplaced Perceptions: Time to Turn the Page on International Trade

Trade deserves a better reputation. Increasing supply would improve the economy’s performance and the public’s perception of trade’s benefits.

A tugboat passes shipping containers being unloaded and stacked on a pier at Port Newark, New Jersey, U.S., November 19, 2021.

September 6, 2024

United States
The Harris-Trump Debate: Foreign Policy Issue Guide

Presidential nominees Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are set to debate for the first time. These resources offer background and analysis on the foreign policy issues facing the candidates.

A side-by-side image of former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris speaking at podiums.

September 11, 2024

Japan
Blocking the Nippon Steel Acquisition: Politics Versus Policy

A decision by President Biden to block Nippon Steel’s purchase of U.S. Steel would not be good policy or good politics.

US Steel Corporation workers rally outside the company's headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, supporting the takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel, on September 4, 2024. United States Steel warned Wednesday it could shut its Pittsburgh headquarters and shutter long-running factories in Pennsylvania if the politically sensitive takeover by Nippon is blocked.

December 20, 2022

Japan
How Japan Is Doubling Down on Its Military Power

Japan’s new national security strategy and related defense plans herald a major military modernization effort in response to perceived threats in Northeast Asia, particularly China.

Military vessels sail in Sagami Bay during the International Fleet Review, held by Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force.

September 4, 2024

United States
Getting Economic Security Right

National security policymakers are understandably worried about economic risks, but they shouldn’t lose sight of other national interests.

Boxes marked 'Made in China' are lined up in NewAir's warehouse in Cypress, CA.

September 18, 2023

Climate Change
The Energy Transition Is Fueling a Power Transition

Gender equality is a crucial missing piece of the climate puzzle. If governments want a fighting chance of reducing greenhouse-gas emissions and shifting to renewable energy, they must give women mor…

Women collect vegetables from a farm in Keraniganj, near Dhaka, Bangladesh, January 12, 2022.

March 12, 2021

Middle East and North Africa
The Hard Edge of the Pope’s Moral Power

The pontiff’s Middle Eastern diplomacy may seem superficial, but it could make a huge practical impact.