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The January/February 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs is now available.
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: https://on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: https://on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
January 5, 2026 at 4:47 PM
The January/February 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs is now available.
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: https://on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: https://on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The January/February 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs is now available.
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
December 16, 2025 at 9:19 PM
The January/February 2026 issue of Foreign Affairs is now available.
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The latest issue includes examinations of the global rise of authoritarianism, analysis of China's economic future, and evaluations of the strength of the United States' alliances.
Start reading: on.cfr.org/3YB5HYM
The United States is carrying out strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and has positioned military assets that could potentially support an invasion of Venezuela.
It remains unclear whether the Trump administration is considering such a move.
https://on.cfr.org/44BfLoa
It remains unclear whether the Trump administration is considering such a move.
https://on.cfr.org/44BfLoa
December 3, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The United States is carrying out strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and has positioned military assets that could potentially support an invasion of Venezuela.
It remains unclear whether the Trump administration is considering such a move.
https://on.cfr.org/44BfLoa
It remains unclear whether the Trump administration is considering such a move.
https://on.cfr.org/44BfLoa
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
November 30, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
On the heels of the 25th anniversary of the UN security council resolution that launched the women, peace and security effort, Senior Fellow for Women and Foreign Policy Linda Robinson and Noël James review the results of U.S. efforts: https://on.cfr.org/48xjQw2
November 25, 2025 at 11:01 PM
On the heels of the 25th anniversary of the UN security council resolution that launched the women, peace and security effort, Senior Fellow for Women and Foreign Policy Linda Robinson and Noël James review the results of U.S. efforts: https://on.cfr.org/48xjQw2
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
November 24, 2025 at 5:51 PM
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
November 20, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
November 18, 2025 at 5:56 PM
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
November 10, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
November 6, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
November 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Nuclear security is one of the greatest challenges facing the world today. CFR's Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship offers younger scholars studying nuclear security issues the opportunity to conduct policy-relevant research.
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
Apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4orLRdr
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
October 25, 2025 at 10:31 PM
📣 We are now accepting applications for CFR's 2026–27 Stanton Nuclear Security Fellowship, a unique opportunity for young professionals studying nuclear security issues.
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Learn more: https://on.cfr.org/3JaeQnk
Apply by 11/30
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
October 24, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Are you a mid-career professional passionate about foreign policy? Our International Affairs Fellowship in Canada provides the opportunity to dive into key issues pertinent to the U.S.-Canada partnership.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply by 11/30 ➡️ https://on.cfr.org/4o3DQMg
What conflicts could emerge or worsen in 2026? CFR’s Center for Preventive Action wants to hear from you. Submit your suggestions: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
October 19, 2025 at 8:30 PM
What conflicts could emerge or worsen in 2026? CFR’s Center for Preventive Action wants to hear from you. Submit your suggestions: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
What conflicts could emerge or worsen in 2026? CFR’s Center for Preventive Action wants to hear from you. Submit your suggestions: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
October 17, 2025 at 1:30 PM
What conflicts could emerge or worsen in 2026? CFR’s Center for Preventive Action wants to hear from you. Submit your suggestions: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
We want to hear from you: What emerging or escalating conflicts should CFR include in its 2026 risk assessment? https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
October 16, 2025 at 1:30 PM
We want to hear from you: What emerging or escalating conflicts should CFR include in its 2026 risk assessment? https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
What sources of instability should policymakers worry about in 2026? Let CFR’s Center for Preventive Action know: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
October 15, 2025 at 11:30 PM
What sources of instability should policymakers worry about in 2026? Let CFR’s Center for Preventive Action know: https://on.cfr.org/3JfkTa7
Plans for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas were approved, marking the first phase of the Trump administration's 20-point peace plan. The plan includes a withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Here is the first of three stages: https://on.cfr.org/3WBQMMY
October 13, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Plans for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas were approved, marking the first phase of the Trump administration's 20-point peace plan. The plan includes a withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza. Here is the first of three stages: https://on.cfr.org/3WBQMMY
Are you a mid-career U.S. professional interested in conducting research and working in Europe on issues pertaining to European security?
Apply to CFR's International Affairs Fellowship in European Security starting 9/15 ➡️
https://on.cfr.org/3K1cWoR
Apply to CFR's International Affairs Fellowship in European Security starting 9/15 ➡️
https://on.cfr.org/3K1cWoR
September 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Are you a mid-career U.S. professional interested in conducting research and working in Europe on issues pertaining to European security?
Apply to CFR's International Affairs Fellowship in European Security starting 9/15 ➡️
https://on.cfr.org/3K1cWoR
Apply to CFR's International Affairs Fellowship in European Security starting 9/15 ➡️
https://on.cfr.org/3K1cWoR
CFR expert Brad Setser writes that "there is too much talk about the dollar's role as a reserve currency, and too little talk about expectations of exceptional returns."
Read: www.cfr.org/blog/dollars...
Read: www.cfr.org/blog/dollars...
June 9, 2025 at 7:22 PM
CFR expert Brad Setser writes that "there is too much talk about the dollar's role as a reserve currency, and too little talk about expectations of exceptional returns."
Read: www.cfr.org/blog/dollars...
Read: www.cfr.org/blog/dollars...
Some of the downstream effects of the United States’ historically high tariff levels may surprise you.
👠 See where shoe retailers may shift their supply chains away from China: on.cfr.org/4jPAHwY
👠 See where shoe retailers may shift their supply chains away from China: on.cfr.org/4jPAHwY
April 25, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Some of the downstream effects of the United States’ historically high tariff levels may surprise you.
👠 See where shoe retailers may shift their supply chains away from China: on.cfr.org/4jPAHwY
👠 See where shoe retailers may shift their supply chains away from China: on.cfr.org/4jPAHwY
Here are the conflicts or threats foreign policy experts are worried about in 2025: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
January 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Here are the conflicts or threats foreign policy experts are worried about in 2025: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
What crises are foreign policy experts worried about this year?
Here are the results of our annual survey: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
Here are the results of our annual survey: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
January 8, 2025 at 1:35 PM
What crises are foreign policy experts worried about this year?
Here are the results of our annual survey: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
Here are the results of our annual survey: on.cfr.org/40eBFuG
Out today: 'When the World Closed Its Doors," a new book by @edwardalden.bsky.social and Laurie Trautman, details the most sweeping government border closures in human history during the COVID-19 pandemic and the implications for the future of global mobility.
Learn more and buy: on.cfr.org/4094Lv4
Learn more and buy: on.cfr.org/4094Lv4
January 7, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Out today: 'When the World Closed Its Doors," a new book by @edwardalden.bsky.social and Laurie Trautman, details the most sweeping government border closures in human history during the COVID-19 pandemic and the implications for the future of global mobility.
Learn more and buy: on.cfr.org/4094Lv4
Learn more and buy: on.cfr.org/4094Lv4
Voters across some 80 countries, home to an estimated 4 billion people—roughly half of the world’s population—headed to the polls to cast their vote in 2024.
Experts tracked the extraordinary year of elections for CFR: on.cfr.org/3VSInVM
Experts tracked the extraordinary year of elections for CFR: on.cfr.org/3VSInVM
December 20, 2024 at 8:48 PM
Voters across some 80 countries, home to an estimated 4 billion people—roughly half of the world’s population—headed to the polls to cast their vote in 2024.
Experts tracked the extraordinary year of elections for CFR: on.cfr.org/3VSInVM
Experts tracked the extraordinary year of elections for CFR: on.cfr.org/3VSInVM