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Biden at the UN: Inclusive InternationalismAmid renewed calls for changes in the world order, U.S. President Joe Biden sought to stress his support for greater inclusion of developing nations in addressing economic, social, and climate concerns.
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What Is the UN General Assembly?The General Assembly hosts a much-watched debate of world leaders annually. Its 2023 meeting is expected to emphasize climate change, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, and the war in Ukraine.
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BRICS Nations and the Future of Emerging MarketsPanelists discuss takeaways from the fifteenth annual summit of BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), as well as the bloc’s position as an alternative to existing international forums, the long list of new and prospective members, and what this momentum means for emerging markets.
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The Role of the UN Secretary-GeneralThe United Nations’ top leadership position has broad authority to steer the organization’s agenda, but its impact has varied widely since 1946.
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The World Bank Group’s Role in Global DevelopmentSince its founding in 1944, the World Bank has evolved from a lender focused on European reconstruction to the preeminent international institution for economic development and poverty reduction.
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Changing Geopolitics in the ArcticChanging Geopolitics in the Arctic Prepared statement by Esther D. Brimmer James H. Binger Senior Fellow in Global Governance Council on Foreign Relations Before the Subc…
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The UN Security CouncilThe UN Security Council is the premier global body for maintaining international peace and security, but it faces steady calls for reform to better meet twenty-first-century challenges.
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A Troubled Cup for the Beautiful GameThe 2022 FIFA World Cup has kicked off in Qatar, and billions of fans worldwide are tuning in to the world’s most popular live event. And yet as in years past, the Qatar Cup is transpiring under the shadow of controversy.
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The Organization of American StatesThe Organization of American States is an important forum for regional diplomacy and has become more assertive in promoting the rule of law, human rights, and fair elections as some states face domestic upheaval.
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Why “Reforming” the United Nations Security Council Is a Bad IdeaPresident Biden has embraced "reforms" of the United Nations Security Council that are impractical and would undermine U.S. interests.
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Survival Governance at the UN General AssemblyThe annual General Assembly debate is happening at a time of cascading challenges on health, climate, and human security. Can the United Nations carve a path through?
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Ukraine Could Become an EU Member. What Would That Mean?Ukraine’s first steps toward eventual EU membership are the start of a long process that has raised the stakes in the country’s war with Russia.
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What’s Next for the WTO?In the wake of President Trump’s combative approach to trade, and with major negotiations stalled, the future of global trade rules is in doubt.
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What Does the World Health Organization Do?Since its postwar founding, the UN agency has garnered both praise and criticism for its response to international public health crises, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
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What to Watch for at the Upcoming U.S.-ASEAN SummitThe U.S.-ASEAN Special Summit will likely revolve around several key themes.