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Current political and economic issues succinctly explained. The conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and South ...
Democratic institutions eventually prevailed in impeaching and removing a president who employed an undemocratic tool.
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The United States and its allies have imposed broad economic penalties on Russia over its war in Ukraine. As the conflict ...
Even if Trump and Ramaphosa strike a deal, this step back from the abyss may prove to be a temporary reprieve rather than a ...
Welcome to the Daily News Brief, CFR’s flagship morning newsletter summarizing the top global news and analysis of the ...
As the world’s fastest-growing region for Catholicism, Africa is closely watching to see what Pope Leo’s papacy has in-store ...
The Trump administration’s upending of trade norms could help usher in a new economic order—but only if done right.
President Trump suggested after the call that the United States could “back away” if Russia and Ukraine peace talks don’t ...
What is African about corruption and rapine? I want you to know this: I am not just asking you to be wary each time someone ...
U.S.-China trade talks in Geneva resulted in a temporary slash of tariff rates, but the ripple effect of this tit-for-tat ...
Governments often rely on taxes to both discourage and encourage behavior. In the climate space, carbon taxes on ...