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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.

Energy Security at the UN High-Level Week: More Heat Than Light
From an energy perspective, UNGA78 highlighted the mismatches between the nature of shared problems and the institutions to address them.

UNGA 78 High-Level Week: Ups, Downs, and the Outlook Ahead
Five takeaways, including major themes and dynamics, notable points of tension, and ideas on the way forward from this year's UN meetings.

The Just Security Podcast: U.N. General Assembly Recap
Returning to the show to discuss what we learned from the U.N.’s High-Level week is Richard Gowan, U.N. Director at Crisis Group.

Climate Mitigation: Moving Beyond National Action to International Action
The international community must unite in a joint effort to reduce fugitive emissions of methane around the world.

The Themes and Tensions to Watch at This Year’s UN General Assembly Meetings
The agenda for this year's United Nations General Assembly will focus on the Russia-Ukraine war and international development.

The Just Security Podcast: U.N. General Assembly Preview
Joining the show to discuss what we expect from this year’s U.N. General Assembly meetings is Crisis Group's U.N. Director Richard Gowan.

Whither the DFC
The fundamentals of DFC's work must be articulated to drive investments that improve lives and advance U.S. foreign policy interests.

The Global Fragility Act Takes Another Step Toward Conflict Prevention, But Bigger Strides Remain
Conflict prevention routinely takes a back seat to immediate crises, and will require resources and attention to legal and bureaucratic gaps.

Voices from the Frontlines of Democracy in Ukraine: Supporting and Protecting Civil Society
How the country's vibrant civic organizations came to the rescue in war, and how the international community can help them.