Why it’s China’s turn now
China’s rise and America’s decline is less surprising when viewed in wide historical context. Read More Here
Inside the formidable grassroots operation of India’s BJP
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party has built one of the most efficient electoral machines in modern democratic politics. Read More Here
Beijing Walks a Fine Line in the Middle East
Iran’s attack on Israel has undermined some of China’s diplomatic credibility in the region. Read More Here
Global Economy Remains Resilient Despite Uneven Growth, Challenges Ahead
Policymakers should prioritize steps toward greater economic resilience such as strengthening government finances and revitalizing economic growth prospects. Read More Here
Singapore Charts New Path After Half-Century of Lee Family Rule
For most of Singapore’s history as an independent nation, there has been a Lee at the helm. That’s now coming to an end. Read More Here
Operationalizing A Doctrine For U.S. Economic Statecraft
Since at least 2011, senior government officials have used the concept of economic statecraft to explain the tools of U.S. economic power for foreign policy and national security purposes. These include economic sanctions, inbound and outbound investment review, export controls, economic diplomacy, and direct and indirect financial assistance. Read More Here
The Talks That Could Have Ended the War in Ukraine
A hidden history of diplomacy that came up short—but holds lessons for future negotiations. Read More Here
The World Is Still on Fire
For the last several years, world leaders have made big promises and laid out bold plans to mitigate the climate crisis and help the neediest countries adapt. At this year’s World Bank/IMF Spring Meetings, they must demonstrate that they can fulfill these promises, rather than simply touting new ones. Read More Here
Modi’s Messenger to the World
How the diplomat-turned-politician S. Jaishankar became the chief executor of India’s assertive foreign policy. Read More Here
Majority of ASEAN people favor China over U.S., survey finds
In a first, Beijing becomes Southeast Asia’s preferred choice over Washington. Read More Here
