Lessons from Pope Francis to Pope Leo: Engage U.S.-Cuban Relations
U.S.-Cuban relations are at a pivotal point in 2026. Pope Leo, in the footsteps of his predecessor, is reaching out to both nations for sincere dialogue and open discussion. The tensions of this moment, caught on the verge of crisis, can be resolved through mediation, conversation, and continued cooperation.
How U.S. Tariffs on China Might Bolster Other Asian Economies
As a trade war looms ahead, countries neighboring China are stepping up to reshape trade dynamics.
The Intersection of Incel Culture and Hindu Nationalism
Western incel culture and Hindu nationalist misogyny bear differing points of origin and reasons for existence, but both present a threat to the physical and mental security of women.
Foreign Fodder: Countering Russia’s Use of Foreign Manpower and Mercenaries
Russia’s use of international recruitment benefits its foreign policy beyond Ukraine's battlefields.
TikTok on the Clock — Time is Running Out for the Chinese-Owned Social Media App
The United States must secure itself from TikTok — a potentially irresistible tool in the hands of China, its self-identified ideological adversary.
A Recommitment to the Culture of Peace: Why the US Must Rejoin UNESCO
In 2020, President Joe Biden promised to reengage the US in diplomacy. However, to carry out his promise, he must rejoin UNESCO and recommit the US to building peace through cooperation in science, culture, and education.
Europe’s Next Steps in Transatlantic Security
Both sides of the Atlantic would benefit from refreshing transatlantic security, which Europe should lead.
Technological Decoupling: The Newest Phase of U.S.-China Competition?
The United States and China are currently headed towards ‘soft’ technological decoupling, which severely affects all actors in the global economy. In sensitive technology sectors, multinational corporations (MNCs) should expect increased foreign and domestic regulatory pressure.
