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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 2, 2005
Iraq
IRAQ: The Role of Tribes
This publication is now archived. What part can tribes play in Iraqi politics?Experts disagree. U.S. military officials have sought the cooperation of many local tribal leaders, but it is difficult t…
October 24, 2023
United States
U.S. Disaster Relief at Home and Abroad
The U.S. government responds to scores of disasters each year in coordination with foreign, state, and local partners, but more frequent and severe storms, fires, and floods are straining resources.
December 1, 2020
Nigeria
Nigeria and the Nation-State
Former Ambassador John Campbell illustrates the history and importance of Nigeria, a country too often overlooked by the West.
November 5, 2008
Democracy
A Tribal Strategy for Afghanistan
As military leaders in Washington revise their war strategy for Afghanistan, analysts say enlisting Afghan tribesmen could aid in security. Others warn that what helped stabilize Iraq may play very d…
October 26, 2007
Defense and Security
Pakistan’s Tribal Areas
Experts warn there is slim hope to control this area given its long history of resisting intervention.