A podcast unpacking critical issues underpinning China’s emergence as a global power.
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Trade experts Scott Miller and Bill Reinsch break down the buzz around trade, how it affects policy, and how it impacts your day-to-day. The Trade Guys is a weekly podcast from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a nonpartisan think tank in Washington, D.C.
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CSIS’ Greg Poling, Japhet Quitzon, and Lauren Mai, joined by Elina Noor, Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, highlight the most important news from Southeast Asia and dive into candid conversations with leading voices on the region and U.S. foreign policy. We’ll cover everything you want to know about Southeast Asia. Geopolitics in the region? Recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic? Democracy and human rights? Nothing is off limits! So join us for “Southeast Asia Ra ...
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A weekly analysis of the complex policy issues driving the news.
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Russian Roulette takes a look at the politics, economics, and culture of Russia and Eurasia through both interviews and lively discussion with experts from the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and around the world. Hosted by CSIS Russia and Eurasia Program experts Olga Oliker and Jeffrey Mankoff.
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Fearless music activists. Savvy tech entrepreneurs. Social disrupters. Into Africa shatters the narratives that dominate U.S. perceptions of Africa. Host Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, Africa program director and senior fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington D.C., sits down with policymakers, journalists, academics and other trailblazers in African affairs to shine a spotlight on the faces spearheading cultural, political, and economic change on the continent.
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North Korea is the Impossible State. Each episode, join the people who know the most about North Korea for an insiders’ discussion with host Victor Cha about one of the United States’ top national security priorities.
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CSIS Smart Women, Smart Power is a speaker series on women in international business and global affairs. The biweekly podcast features leading women from the corporate, government, and national security worlds discussing top international issues.
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Building the Future: Freedom, Prosperity, and Foreign Policy with Dan Runde
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Hosted by Dan Runde, William A. Schreyer Chair and Director, Project on Prosperity and Development, Building the Future explores topics at the intersection of global development, foreign policy, and national security. In each episode, Dan sits down for a discussion with a leading expert from government, the private sector, and international organizations to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the world today.
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Audio Briefs brings you CSIS publications in audio form. Listen to short, spoken-word summaries from CSIS experts about their latest reports, or hear a full audio version of any CSIS commentary.
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Energy is at the heart of the most important issues facing the U.S. and the world. On the Power Map podcast, we explore the forces reshaping the global energy landscape with policymakers, industry experts, and thought leaders. Hosted by the CSIS Energy Security and Climate Change Program.
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The world's top leaders and thinkers come to CSIS to discuss pressing global challenges. Each week, “Curated Conversations” culls the most critical of these discussions. For more on CSIS events, visit csis.org/events.
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The Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative
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The AMTI Podcast covers developments in the Asia-Pacific maritime domain, from land reclamation, to fisheries disputes.
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The CSIS Americas Program podcast looks at the politics and policies of the 35 countries in the Western Hemisphere. It especially focuses on U.S. engagement with the region, whether on trade, diplomacy, or security issues like drugs and terrorism. Guests include top policymakers from the U.S. and other countries.
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Intersections: Where Human Rights and Democracy Meet
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The battle for democracy will be fought one human rights issue at a time. In this biweekly podcast from the CSIS Human Rights Initiative, host Marti Flacks tackles current events with activists and policymakers at the center of global efforts to promote human rights and build stronger, more sustainable democracies. Share your feedback at [email protected].
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Shannon N. Green, former director and senior fellow of the CSIS Human Rights Initiative and former managing director of CSIS’s Commission on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE), explored the violent extremism phenomenon – its causes, manifestations, and responses. In each episode, Shannon sat down with a different expert or practitioner, building a mosaic of voices and perspectives on CVE from all around the world.
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Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the Stuart Center and the Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, and Donatienne Ruy, director of the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy at CSIS, “The Eurofile” looks at Europe through a Washington lens. We will discuss, debate, and dissect the big issues consuming Europe with some of the leading voices from the transatlantic community. We’ll try to make sense of developments in Brussels, break down European elections, and discuss all the issues roiling trans ...
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China is one of the 21st century’s most consequential nations, and it has never been more important to understand how the country is governed. Pekingology is the podcast that unpacks Chinese politics, the inner workings of the Communist Party, and how China's domestic and foreign policy will impact the world. Pekingology is hosted by Henrietta Levin, Senior Fellow with the Freeman Chair in China Studies at CSIS. It is produced by Gina Kim.
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Through a series of expert interviews, this podcast mini-series explores some of the most pressing questions raised by the CSIS Middle East Program report, “Citizens in Training: Conscription and Nation-building in the United Arab Emirates.” Hear from leading experts on the Gulf, the UAE, and modern militaries in general what the UAE’s bold experiment in military conscription as a nationbuilding tool reveals about the leadership’s diagnosis of its key challenges at a pivotal moment in its na ...
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The “Asia Chessboard” features in-depth conversations with the most prominent strategic thinkers on Asia. Host Michael Green, Henry A. Kissinger Chair at CSIS and CEO of the United States Studies Centre, takes the debate beyond the headlines of the day to explore the historical context and inside decision-making process on major geopolitical developments from the Himalayas to the South China Sea. Experience the hard calls and consequential debates that drive US policy towards this critical r ...
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Hosted by Max Bergmann, director of the CSIS Europe, Russia, and Eurasia Program, “NATO’s Road to Madrid” explores how the United States’ most important alliance is approaching a critical process it has not undertaken since 2010: updating its Strategic Concept. The last time NATO endorsed a formal strategy, Russia had not invaded Ukraine, China was not yet thought to be a challenge meriting NATO attention, and defense planners were only beginning to look at the military implications of clima ...
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In 2016, a rival foreign power, Vladimir Putin’s Russia, launched an attack on the United States of America. What we now know is that American intelligence agencies have concluded that Russia planned and executed a campaign to undermine our democracy and to affect our Presidential election. For President Trump, Russia is a complicated subject. But this podcast isn't about Donald Trump's complications with Russia, nor is it about Republicans and Democrats. One of the dangers in the hyper part ...
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AI. Social Media. Blockchain. Gene-edited babies. Are these the greatest innovations in history or the greatest threat to humanity? Humanity, Wired makes sense of the human rights impact of technology today and tomorrow. Host Amy Lehr, Human Rights Initiative director at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington D.C., sits down with human rights defenders, policymakers and technologists to discuss how to make technology work for us, not against us.
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Today’s food insecurity requires new solutions. Have policymakers kept up, or are they relying on yesterday’s answers? On the Reset the Table podcast, CSIS Global Food Security Program director Caitlin Welsh makes room at the table for fresh ideas for solving food insecurity around the world—and right here at home.
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America has an unusual history. It did not begin with ethnic homogeneity or a long, shared cultural history. It began as a set of ideals enshrined in our Constitution and the Bill of Rights. In “The Engine Room of Democracy,” CSIS President and CEO John J. Hamre discusses with former government officials and policymakers how the fundamental ideals in our constitutional democracy are applied every day and why these ideals should remain the bedrock of our society.
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Understanding China has become more difficult than ever. It has also become more important than ever. Whether the United States and China are rivals, partners, or a mix of both, effective policy will only be as good as the information on which it is based. Host Scott Kennedy, the Senior Adviser and Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at CSIS, has been one of the few American scholars to travel between Washington and Beijing in recent years. His travels are driven by a firm belief ...
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Putting Economic Pressure on Russia and New Tariff Agreements
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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we look at efforts from the President and Congress to use tariffs to put pressure on Russia. We also talk through several new announced deals and those on the horizon, including with Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, and the EU.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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US-South Korea Trade Deal and Alliance Modernization?
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In this episode, Dr. Victor Cha and Mr. Sydney Seiler discussed prospects for a U.S.-South Korea trade deal before the end of the August 1 pause on 25 percent tariffs on all goods from Korea, and ways to modernize the 72-year old alliance under the new Lee Jae Myung and Donald Trump administrations, and more.…
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Max and Michael Kimmage Catch Up on All Things Russia and Ukraine
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This week, Max spoke with Michael Kimmage about the recent headlines connected to Russia and Ukraine, and what they mean for the coming months. "The Limits of Putin's Balancing Act: What the Kremlin Will Sacrifice in Pursuit of Victory in Ukraine," by Michael Kimmage and Maria Lipman (Foreign Affairs, July 2025)…
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“Why Tocqueville Would Embrace AI Benchmarking”: Audio Brief with Ian Reynolds
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A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Ian Reynolds on his report with Benjamin Jensen, Why Tocqueville Would Embrace AI Benchmarking: Charting a Path for the Future of Democracy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Best of 35 West: Impediment to Change or Last Resort? The ICC Case Against the Maduro Regime
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This episode of 35 West originally aired on October 17, 2024. Since the blatant electoral fraud that took place on July 28, the Maduro regime in Venezuela has sought to repress its way out of mass protests demanding political change. The regime’s heavy-handed crackdown comes at a time when the International Criminal Court has already been investiga…
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Foreign Policy and Domestic Politics in Indonesia with Mehu Sitepu
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Greg and Elina are joined by Mehu Sitepu to discuss developments in Indonesian foreign policy and domestic politics. Japhet and Lauren cover the latest from the region, including the Cambodian conscription law, a new SpaceX project in Vietnam, and critical minerals in Myanmar.By CSIS | Center for Strategic and International Studies
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In this episode of Pekingology, CSIS Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Dr. Rana Mitter, ST Lee Chair in US-Asia Relations at the Harvard Kennedy School. Henrietta and Rana discuss the relationship between history and politics in today’s China, how memory of the Second World War shapes Beijing’s thinking on Taiwan, the worldview of the next…
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AI Benchmarking and the Future of Foreign Policy
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An audio version of “AI Benchmarking and the Future of Foreign Policy,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen and Yasir Atalan. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Thailand Launches Airstrikes Amid Border Dispute with Cambodia
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An audio version of “Thailand Launches Airstrikes Amid Border Dispute with Cambodia,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Andreyka Natalegawa and Gregory B. Poling. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Assessing the U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Announcement
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An audio version of “Assessing the U.S.-Japan Trade Deal Announcement,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Kristi Govella. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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This week Mike speaks with Michael Schiffer, former Assistant Administrator of the USAID Bureau for Asia from 2022 to 2025. Prior to that he was Senior Advisor and Counselor to the U.S. Senate Committee of Foreign Relations. They discuss foreign aid and its role in supporting U.S. interests abroad.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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“Shifting Tides: The National Security Implications of the United States’ Pacific Drawdown”: Audio Brief with John Augé
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A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s John Augé on his white paper with Charles Edel and Kathryn Park, “Shifting Tides: The National Security Implications of the United States’ Pacific Drawdown.”By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Show Must Go On: New Tariffs and the Role of the Dollar
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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we talk through a range of new tariff announcements and where negotiations may be headed. We also look at the role of the dollar in the international monetary system and what scenarios could lead to de-dollarization. We also pay tribute to our friend and colleague Andrew Schwartz.…
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“Mesh Sensing for Air and Missile Defense”: Audio Brief with Masao Dahlgren
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A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Masao Dahlgren on his report with Patrycja Bazylczyk and Tom Karako, Mesh Sensing for Air and Missile Defense.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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The Looming US-EU Trade Collision and a Preview of the EU-China Summit with Noah Barkin
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Max and Otto discuss President Trump’s latest tariff threats and the timid European response. Max talks to Noah Barkin, Senior Advisor with Rhodium Group's China practice, to preview next week’s EU-China summit. Learn more: Russian Roulette | CSIS Podcasts Watching China in Europe—July 2025By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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China’s Calculus in the Israel-Iran Conflict: A Conversation with Mona Yacoubian and Tuvia Gering
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In this episode of the ChinaPower Podcast, Ms. Mona Yacoubian and Mr. Tuvia Gering join us to unpack the latest escalation between Israel and Iran and explore how China is navigating this evolving conflict. They begin by situating the conflict in the aftermath of Hamas’s October 7 attack, which triggered a series of strikes by Iranian-backed militi…
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Chad took in over a million Sudanese refugees. It can't shoulder this crisis alone.
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Chad now hosts 1.8 million displaced people, including 1.2 million Sudanese fleeing one of the world’s deadliest conflicts. With 42 percent of its population living below the poverty line, Chad is struggling to provide basic services like food, water, and healthcare for both locals and refugees. In this episode, Abdouraouf Gnon-Konde, Director of U…
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Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Geopolitics in the South Caucasus
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Max and Maria are joined by Richard Giragosian and Jeffrey Mankoff to talk about the current geopolitical moment in the South Caucasus, with a particular focus on the dynamics at play in the relationships between Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia. This conversation was recorded on July 9, 2025.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Trump Sends Weapons to Ukraine: By the Numbers
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An audio version of “Trump Sends Weapons to Ukraine: By the Numbers,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Mark F. Cancian and Chris H. Park. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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How AI Cooperation Can Save the U.S.- ROK Trade Talks
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An audio version of “How AI Cooperation Can Save the U.S.- ROK Trade Talks,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Navin Girishankar. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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“Making the U.S.-UK Special Relationship Fit for Purpose”: Audio Brief with Max Bergmann
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A short, spoken-word summary from CSIS’s Max Bergmann on his white paper with Lexi Linafelter, "Making the U.S.-UK Special Relationship Fit for Purpose."By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Altana CEO Evan Smith on Managing Supply Chains with AI
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On this episode of the Trade Guys, we welcome Altana CEO Evan Smith to tell us about the leading-edge work his company does to drive resilience, compliance, and efficiency across the global supply chain. We also talk through the impacts of recent tariffs on supply chains and where U.S. trade negotiations stand.…
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Round and Round We Go, Where We Stop Nobody Knows
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An audio version of “Round and Round We Go, Where We Stop Nobody Knows,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s William Alan Riensch. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Trump Tariffs Likely Pushing Asia Elsewhere for Economic Partners
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An audio version of “Trump Tariffs Likely Pushing Asia Elsewhere for Economic Partners,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Erin Murphy. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Reevaluating the Need for Mission Authorization
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An audio version of “Reevaluating the Need for Mission Authorization,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Clayton Swope. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Financing for Development: What’s Next After Seville?
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An audio version of “Financing for Development: What’s Next After Seville?,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Richard Crespin, Pilar Frank O'Leary, Romina Bandura, and Liliana Tomko. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Out-Adapting the Enemy: Why Mass Alone Won’t Win Tomorrow’s Wars
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An audio version of “Out-Adapting the Enemy: Why Mass Alone Won’t Win Tomorrow’s Wars,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Benjamin Jensen. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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What Are Brazil’s Strategic Options in Response to U.S. Tariffs?
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An audio version of “What Are Brazil’s Strategic Options in Response to U.S. Tariffs?,” a new Critical Questions by CSIS’s Thiago de Aragão. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Financing for Development from Monterrey to Seville: A 25-Year Retrospective
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An audio version of "Financing for Development from Monterrey to Seville: A 25-Year Retrospective" a new Commentary by CSIS's James Michel. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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Bringing the Fight to Organized Crime in Argentina
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Argentina is a country that has historically been relatively insulated from organized crime dynamics, but the country has seen continued organized crime activity in important cities such as Rosario. One year into Javier Milei’s first term, security has improved with decreasing homicide rates, however challenges remain especially as transnational gr…
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Iran Conflict: Four Lessons Learned for the Oil Market
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An audio version of “Iran Conflict: Four Lessons Learned for the Oil Market,” a new Commentary by CSIS’s Ben Cahill. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.By Center for Strategic and International Studies
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AI Competition and Security: A discussion with Kemba Walden and Devin Lynch
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“We’re in a whole tangled mess…we’ve gotten ourselves into a tangled mess around not just securing our infrastructure, but also around competition for the pieces of our infrastructure.” AI has become a cornerstone of modern defense, economic security, commerce, and more. But without effective cybersecurity strategies, the technology that has helped…
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