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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 10, 2020
Technology and Innovation
Can the “Maine Model” Bring the Innovation Economy to the Rest of America?
The opening of Northeastern University's Roux Institute in Portland, Maine is a crucial first step in bringing the innovation economy to states that have historically been overlooked by venture capit…
October 30, 2020
Election 2020
Campaign Foreign Policy Roundup: Election 2020 Is Almost Over, Maybe
Each Friday, I look at what the presidential contenders are saying about foreign policy. This week: where things stand four days before Election Day.
February 21, 2019
Venezuela
Amid Political Uncertainties, Venezuela’s Oil Industry Situation Worsens
Back in 2013, Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA had ambitious plans for expansion of its oil production capacity. Its leaders envisioned eight new projects in the Orinoco Belt region that would requ…
November 22, 2016
Development
U.S. House of Representatives: Women’s Participation in Peace and Security is Critical
The U.S. House of Representatives just signaled its commitment to women and girls globally. It took a historic step last week by passing the Women, Peace, and Security Act (H.R. 5332), which pledges …
April 22, 2013
Politics and Government
Happy Earth Day! CFR Releases Global Governance Report Card on Climate Change
Happy Earth Day! Today marks its forty-third anniversary. The idea for the first Earth Day came from Senator Gaylord Nelson (D-WI). Appalled by the tragic 1969 oil spill near Santa Barbara, Calif…
