Carnegie Endowment for International Peace: General Publications and Events

Obama to Asia: The United States Is Back

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

During his ten-day diplomatic tour of the Asia-Pacific region, Obama will reassure Asian nations that the United States will continue to play a role in balancing Chinese influence in the region, and reassure China that Washington seeks cooperation rather than confrontation with Beijing.

Between Government and Opposition: The Case of the Yemeni Congregation for Reform

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

Yemen’s Islamist Congregation for Reform party (Islah) faces deep internal divisions on key issues, and its fractious composition prevents it from developing a clear parliamentary platform, leaving the party with no clear path toward the reforms it seeks.

Obama's Trip to Asia: Ask the Expert

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

President Obama will travel to Japan, Singapore, China, and South Korea starting on October 11. Carnegie experts will answer your questions about the possible implications and outcomes of the trip for the U.S. strategic and economic relationship with the region.

Restoring the NPT: Essential Steps for 2010

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

The results of the May 2010 Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference will exacerbate or allay concerns about the nuclear nonproliferation regime unraveling.

Mixed Messages: The Center Proves to be the Most Popular Place in American Politics

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

If the results of New York’s 23rd congressional race are placed alongside those of the gubernatorial elections in New Jersey and Virginia, it is clear that voters chose candidates who positioned themselves as moderates.

The Impact of the Doha Round on Kenya

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

The ongoing Doha Round of trade negotiations could improve Kenya’s competitive position in processed food and agriculture, but long-term development requires the strengthening of other economic sectors.

Challenging the Status Quo: Addressing Climate Change

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 05:00:00 -0400

Xu Kuangdi, the former mayor of Shanghai, discussed China’s action on climate change. Efforts to develop circular economies, reduce energy intensity, and increase the share of nuclear and renewable energy are underway.

Grading Obama

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

On the anniversary of President Obama’s election, relations with Russia have become a bright spot among the president’s ambitious foreign policy efforts, while other central international goals remain unachieved.

Revitalizing U.S. Democracy Assistance: The Challenge of USAID

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:00:00 -0400

Revitalizing U.S. democracy assistance would significantly help the administration reinvent how it promotes democracy. As the largest U.S. funder of democracy aid, USAID is the logical starting point for such an effort.

Mr. Obama Goes to Asia: Defining a Regional Policy

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0500

Much has been made about President Obama's upcoming trip to Asia as recent events on the continent—continuing uncertainty in North Korea, the violence in Urumqi, and the ongoing fallout in the wake of global recession—indicate that this could be one of the most important trips of his first year in office.

Missile Defense Could Be the Silver Bullet