Brett I. W. Zbar

What Are Tariffs?

U.S. Presidents Trump and Biden have both turned to tariffs to support local industries amid economic confrontation with China. Here’s how these taxes work and how they’ve been used historically.

Backgrounder by Andrew Chatzky, Anshu Siripurapu and Noah Berman November 26, 2024 Renewing America

International Criminal Court

The Role of the ICC

The International Criminal Court was created to bring justice to the world’s worst war criminals, but debate over the court still rages.

Backgrounder by Claire Klobucista and Mariel Ferragamo November 22, 2024

China

The China-North Korea Relationship

Complex dynamics between the two Asian nuclear powers are shifting once again as North Korea deepens ties with Russia and the U.S.-China rivalry intensifies.

Backgrounder by Clara Fong November 21, 2024

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence Priorities for the Next Administration

The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has been breathtaking, and American firms are leading the way in showing the potential of a new AI-propelled world. But rivals like China are gaining ground, with major consequences for the U.S. economy and security.

Expert Brief by Sebastian Elbaum and Adam Segal November 26, 2024

Trade

What Are Tariffs?

U.S. Presidents Trump and Biden have both turned to tariffs to support local industries amid economic confrontation with China. Here’s how these taxes work and how they’ve been used historically.

Backgrounder by Andrew Chatzky, Anshu Siripurapu and Noah Berman November 26, 2024 Renewing America

Ukraine

It Is Not Too Late: A Case for Long-Range Strikes Against Russia

President Joe Biden's decision to loosen restrictions on the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missile systems could give Ukraine a window of opportunity to make strategic gains in its war against Russia.

Article by Douglas Lute November 26, 2024