Publications

This report examines how US extended deterrence might help 1) maintain East Asian security over the next decade; 2) counter China's growing military and economic power in the region; and 3) cope with ...chevron_right

How should the United States tackle the root causes of ethnic, political and religious radicalism in Yemen? Barbara Bodine and Danya Greenfield's multi-part answer includes pursuing sustainable economic development, implementing security assistance programs with teeth in them and other options.chevron_right

This paper questions the US strategy of killing terrorists in Yemen using drone strikes. The authors argue that the US approach is shortsighted and threatens US national security objectives. They then...chevron_right

This brief analyzes the results of a recent war game that featured limited US operations against ISIS. The game’s overall conclusion, at least for the near-term, is that airstrikes and other measures ...chevron_right

This brief examines the problems facing Tunisia and the bureaucratic and political barriers that are hindering efforts to reform the country’s security sector. In response to the latter problem, the b...chevron_right

Is it time for the US government to recognize the contributions made by non-state actors to its foreign policy? 'Yes', say Roxanne Cabral and others. In fact, they believe forging stronger ties between these sectors will only enhance Washington’s standing around the world.chevron_right

This brief does indeed look at the past, present, and future of NATO’s cyber defense capabilities. It contends that although the Alliance has matured significantly in its understanding of the threats it faces and its ability to respond to them, there are still a number of recommendations Brussels should respond to in order to strengthen its cyber defenses.chevron_right

This paper discusses the obstacles to investment on the African continent. The author points out that inadequate infrastructure, lack of market data for analyses, and poor policy implementation and ex...chevron_right

This paper examines why Morocco is an attractive place for US investment. More specifically, the authors examine Morocco's improving macroeconomic conditions; its trade and investment levels as compar...chevron_right

This paper examines the energy reforms that Mexican President Peña Nieto signed into law on August 11, 2014. The seeming reasons for the reforms are to 1) increase investment in Mexico's hydrocarbons ...chevron_right

This report examines how the Middle East is presently being affected by Iran's nuclear ambitions, by growing sectarianism, and by various technological, economic and environmental global trends. Given...chevron_right

Matthew Kroenig and Walter Slocombe believe that nuclear deterrence should remain a central part of NATO’s defense posture. Although the threats posed by Russia and Iran, for example, may seem remote, the possibility of nuclear blackmail and even terrorism remain real enough.chevron_right

This paper provides an overview of the proposed Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade and investment agreement under negotiation between the United States and certain Latin American and Asia-Pacific ...chevron_right

This paper examines how the US government should go about helping ensure the future energy security of Caribbean and Central American states. One obvious step would involve weaning the region away fro...chevron_right

Analysts and pundits alike have insisted for years that the US should adopt a more holistic, whole-of-government approach to national security. So, how’s it going? There’s still much to be done, as the Atlantic Council’s varied recommendations illustrate today.chevron_right