Sanctions

The Biden administration must remind the Indian government that a true democracy must respect the fundamental right to dissent.

Sanctions programs could benefit from certain measures to restore their function as a critical U.N. Security Council tool for peace.

Hun Manet's father, Hun Sen, selected him as prime minister last month. He's finding support at the U.N. and with U.S. companies.

Russia's justifications for its invasion of Ukraine and the international response demonstrate the enduring relevance of international law.

With ASEAN, East Asian, and G20 Summits coming up in the region, it's not too late for effective measures to compel a positive change.

The commendable action will only have an impact as part of a broader change in the Biden administration’s posture on the Western Balkans.

The US, Russia, and other world powers have avenues both to halt the current situation and to pursue justice and accountability.

Are they meaningful if condemnation is followed blithely by economic engagement with the same actors who committed the violations?

"While U.S. states and localities may not enter into binding agreements with other nations or act contrary to federal law or policy according to legal precedent, U.S. states and…

The policy has been largely ad hoc. Success requires strong, coordinated messaging, sanctions, accountability steps, and other measures.

Freedom of expression is protected in international law, because, without it, democracy and the rule of law wither away. A free press is a vital aspect.

Only when the parties see that their financial interests are in jeopardy will they be willing to seriously negotiate.