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NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)
As NATO leaders convene in Washington next week, three critical audiences will be eyeing the summit closely.
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)
The transatlantic alliance has passed a remarkable milestone after years of most members not spending enough on defense. But what if more is needed?
NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization)
The transatlantic alliance has begun to connect its traditional security interests in Europe with the geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region, including tensions between China and Taiwan.
Israel
A recent trip to Israel revealed deep uncertainties about the country’s future, dissatisfaction with its leadership, and concerns about U.S. policy.
Israel has made eliminating the threat from the Gaza-based militant group a central war aim, but it’s not entirely clear at what point that condition will be met.
United Kingdom
The United Kingdom appears poised for a political shift in response to deep economic concerns, but its foreign policy priorities are likely to remain consistent.
While July 4 elections are likely to end with Labour beating the Conservatives, voters can expect closer ties with Europe and a stronger emphasis on defense regardless of who wins.
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France
French President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist government faces a resounding defeat in snap legislative elections, potentially creating a wave of turbulence in one of the European Union’s founding member states.
Far-right advances in the European Parliament elections have destabilized politics in France, a longstanding pillar of the European Union, and highlighted fault lines in the bloc.
The United States needs a grand strategy to deal with three interconnected threats to global stability.
China
Led by Senior Fellow Rush Doshi, the China Strategy Initiative will study and debate the questions that go to the heart of U.S. China strategy. It will launch several new programs that undertake fresh analysis, provide granular policy recommendations, and convene experts from around the world.
The United States and China have one of the world’s most important and complex bilateral relationships. Since 1949, the countries have experienced periods of both tension and cooperation over issues including trade, climate change, and Taiwan.
Events
The Oscar and BAFTA-nominated Bobi Wine: The People’s President, is set during Uganda’s 2021 presidential election, where music star, activist, and opposition leader Bobi Wine, together with his wife Barbie, rallies supporters in a dangerous fight for freedom from President Museveni’s 35-year regime.
Join us for a special screening of the documentary, followed by a discussion examining the outlook for democracy in Uganda and the region.
The Darryl G. Behrman Lecture on Africa Policy is held in memory of Darryl G. Behrman, who was originally from South Africa and had an abiding passion for Africa and international peace. The annual lecture is funded by members of the Behrman family.
Please join us for two panels to discuss the agenda and likely outcomes of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Summit, taking place in Washington DC from July 9 to 11.
SESSION I: A Conversation With NSC Director for Europe Michael Carpenter
12:30 p.m.—1:00 p.m. (EDT) In-Person Lunch Reception
1:00 p.m.—1:30 p.m. (EDT) Hybrid Meeting
SESSION II: NATO’s Future: Enlarged and More European?
1:30 p.m.—1:45 p.m. (EDT) In-Person Coffee Break
1:45 p.m.—2:45 p.m. (EDT) Hybrid Meeting
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The COVID-19 pandemic and chronic U.S. drug shortages highlight the health security and strategic importance of U.S. pharmaceutical and biotechnology capabilities during and between pathogenic crises. Geopolitical competition and interest in industrial policy for biotechnology further underscore the national security role of domestic biopharmaceutical infrastructure. Policymakers confront competing health, economic, and strategic priorities in maximizing innovation in technology, business models, and health-care systems in facilitating safe, accessible, secure, and sustainable products, services, and supply chains.
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