Africa
Reflections from the African Land Forces Summit
Lawrence J. Korb discusses his recent trip to Uganda for this year’s conference and what he learned about our efforts to defeat extremists on the continent.
The Path to a Successful Economic Transition in Egypt
Sabina Dewan, James Hairston, and Jordan Bernhardt contend that the United States must make Egypt’s economy the focus of its assistance to the country.
Managing Change in Egypt
Brian Katulis offers a roadmap to help policymakers navigate Egypt's unfolding political, security, and economic transitions.Americas
Mixed Messages from Brazil
Michael Werz and Peter Juul argue that Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff’s progressive agenda at home seems at odds with her U.S. travel itinerary this week.
What Changes in Mexico Mean for U.S. Immigration Policy
Mexico’s population is aging while its economy is growing, write Philip E. Wolgin and Ann Garcia. These changes will significantly cut down on the number of future immigrants to America.
From an Alliance for Progress to a Partnership for Prosperity
Sabina Dewan and Matt Browne explain that the United States and Brazil have shared interests that will form the basis of a mutually beneficial economic partnership in the years ahead.East Asia
Watching the U.S.-Chinese Relationship in Los Cabos
Nina Hachigian describes how the U.S.-Chinese relationship will greatly influence the G-20’s future success, at Los Cabos and beyond.
China’s Rise Is A Big Reason to Ratify the Law of the Sea Convention
Passing the U.N. Law of the Sea Convention would put the United States in the best negotiating position with a rising China, says Nina Hachigian.
Environmental Standards Give the United States an Edge Over China
If you want to know where the United States would be without our national environmental laws, just look at China, write Melanie Hart and Jeffrey Cavanagh.Europe
A View from the Precipice of the Euro Crisis
David Lutton gives an overview of proposals to solve the European debt disaster and explains which ones leaders should seriously consider at this week’s G-20 meeting.
Democratization in the Caucasus: Elections in Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia
Cory Welt testifies before the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission).
Building a More Prosperous Europe
Matt Browne explains why progressive economic policies will restore European growth and prosperity.Middle East
Iran Misses Another Opportunity in Moscow Talks
The fourth piece in CAP’s series on the Obama administration’s Iran strategy details the state of play after the diplomacy talks in Moscow earlier this week.
Managing Change in Egypt Was Never Going to Be Easy
Brian Katulis and Peter Juul explain why Egypt’s unresolved struggle for power presents serious threats for U.S. security interests requiring carefully calibrated responses.
Pressing Our Advantage in Nuclear Talks
Matthew Duss details why this week’s talks over Iran’s nuclear program offer an opportunity to address key concerns.» More Features on Middle East
South & Central Asia
Dealing with Pakistan’s Messy Politics
The United States will need to remain engaged with multiple centers of power inside Pakistan as it works through internal political struggles, write Colin Cookman and Brian Katulis.
The United States and India: A 21st Century Partnership
Nancy Powell and Nirupama Rao discuss some of the most pertinent issues of the U.S.-India relationship ahead of the upcoming U.S.-India Strategic Dialogue.
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