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Introduction
Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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February 22, 2018
Food and Water Security
Why Is Cape Town Drying Up?
A historic dry spell has severely affected Cape Town's water supply, and global climate patterns suggest that other cities may face the same fate.
February 6, 2018
Olympics
The Mixed Record of Sports Diplomacy
While sports may temporarily transcend divisions in society, events like the Olympics rarely serve to advance countries’ diplomatic aims.
September 22, 2016
Afghanistan
Afghanistan at an Inflection Point
Afghanistan’s unity government has made progress on reform but remains dogged by endemic corruption and a resilient insurgency.
April 20, 2016
Global
Global Climate Policy After Paris
As countries prepare to sign the landmark Paris climate accord, the work to reduce global carbon emissions is only beginning, says CFR’s Michael Levi.
September 1, 2015
China
Gauging the Fallout From the Chinese Market Shock
Beyond China’s market upheaval is a country struggling with how to relax state control over the economy amid a slowdown that has global implications, writes CFR’s Robert Kahn.