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Secretary of State Rubio’s Reorganization Plan Could Offer a Chance to Rescue U.S. Foreign Assistance — If He’s Smart About It
After months demolishing foreign aid, the Trump administration could still regroup for something worthy of America’s values and interests.
Surge of Hate Speech in the Sahel, Including on WhatsApp, Signals Atrocity Risk
The threat is greatest in central Mali, but persecution of the Fulbe (Fulani) across the region seeds fertile ground for ethnic cleansing.
‘Elections Have Consequences’: Trump and Rubio’s Foreign Aid Halt Will Hit the World’s Most Vulnerable
Reviews of programs in new administrations don't require such damaging, destructive, and likely unconstitutional freezes.
Stop-Work Order on US Foreign Aid Puts China First and America Last
President Trump and Secretary of State Rubio's 90-day halt endangers health, economic and other programs, leaving gaps for China to fill.
Beyond ‘Critical’ Minerals, Don’t Forget Gold’s Role as a Driver of Economic Growth — and Conflict
The UAE has begun to take corrective steps to rein in illicit gold trade. The incoming Trump administration could find lessons there.
The Next Step for USAID’s New Digital Policy: Account for Conflict Risks and Include Peacebuilding
These elements are vital to ensuring that the agency's aid programs related to digital technology address drivers of violent conflict and fragility, and mitigate risks.
Making Russia Pay to Strengthen Ukraine
Collective countermeasures are the effective legal mechanism for Ukraine to restore some balance vis-à-vis Russia.
Looking Ahead from Lviv: Sustainable Development in a Post-Conflict Ukraine
Consistent with principles of sustainable development, it is time to begin developing plans for the post-conflict reconstruction of Ukraine.
National Security at the United Nations This Week (Mar. 11-15)
Weekly developments at the United Nations at the intersection of national security, human rights, and the rule of law.
US Government’s $300 Million for West Africa — How to Make it Count
To turn the tide in democracies under stress, the US needs to balances near-term increases in stability with aid for democratic governance.
As Low- and Middle-Income Countries Grapple with the Megatrend of Aging, Development Finance Institutions Are Key
By 2050, almost 80 percent of people 60 and over will live in these countries, requiring sustained engagement to reduce economic risks.
The Climate Crisis and Aging: Capitalizing on Traditional Knowledge and Innovation
A Colombia case shows how older people can lead their communities to sustainability and resilience. Their participation is essential.