Following a year of research in conjunction with the Pacific Council, the project to Strategically Protect Soft Networks offers this white paper exploring various possible policy options for better insulating local allies of the U.S. military and diplomatic community in conflict zones abroad.
Representative Adam Schiff recently discussed the new power dynamic in Washington and what’s next for the Russia investigation.
The new Mexican government has to be realistic about what it can actually achieve, writes Luis Rubio.
The fundamental impact of globalization, societal changes and digital technology is reshaping the practice of public diplomacy, writes Jay Wang.
To find effective and meaningful solutions to the immigration issue, policymakers must understand the most factor motivating people to migrate from Central America: violence, writes Tyler Takemoto.
The Pacific Council and the Edgerton Foundation are pleased to announce the launch of a new Edgerton Series on Responding to a Rising China.
While Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro’s personality, far-right message, and identity as a disrupter have naturally encouraged comparisons between him and President Trump and could lead to improved U.S.-Brazil relations, Bolsonaro faces a different set of challenges than Trump, experts told Pacific Council members in a teleconference.
Alexis Okeowo shares in her book a 21st century depiction of Uganda, Mauritania, Nigeria, and Somalia that is often difficult and disturbing—but also illuminating for practitioners in the international relations and conflict resolution fields, writes Kareena Kirlew.
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Previous transitions from authoritarian rule toward democracy in other Latin American countries seemed impossible until they occurred, and that likely will be the case in Venezuela, writes Abraham Lowenthal and David Smilde.
The Pacific Council recently spoke with former Junior Fellows about life transitions, challenges, and advice for the next generation of emerging leaders.
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The way California organizes under Governor Newsom to deal with the challenges presented by globalization will determine the state’s fundamental prosperity and security, writes Alison Holmes.
