In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from Stratfor, a RANE company, Emily Donahue speaks to Stratfor Asia-Pacific analyst Evan Rees. Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte gave a U.N. General Assembly speech this week that indicated he would take a hardline position on his country's South China Sea claims.
The success of the White House’s attempt to score a pre-election policy win by shifting its position in favor of extending the nuclear arms control treaty will depend on Moscow playing along.
For the first time, the U.S. has sanctioned Lebonese leaders with only indirect ties to the Iran-backed group, undercutting the potential for political and economic reforms that require Hezbollah's support.
U.S. job growth slowed in August, and the number of Americans permanently unemployed surged, casting doubt on the sustainability of the labor market's recovery.
The U.S. central bank will keep interest rates near zero for a prolonged period as it places more emphasis on bolstering employment than fighting inflation.
This column, presented in two parts, explores the dichotomy between continentalism and internationalism that continues to shape U.S. foreign policy amid China's emergence as a new Eurasian power.
By Rodger Baker
While the U.S. TikTok sale may have been the trigger, Beijing’s expanded export controls also signal a long-term strategy to counter U.S. efforts to limit China’s tech rise.
This column, presented in two parts, explores the dichotomy between continentalism and internationalism that continues to shape U.S. foreign policy amid China's emergence as a new Eurasian power.
By Rodger Baker
The new restrictions still fall short of more extreme options, demonstrating the White House’s desire to avoid derailing outreach to China ahead of the November election.
For Israel, the benefits of a stronger regional alliance to counter Iran will likely outweigh the cons of granting the UAE previously denied access to advanced weaponry.
