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Strategic Clarity: Reassessing the Value of China to Korea

As Xi visits North Korea, South Korea should reassess its China strategy, recognizing a shift from complementarity to competition and Beijing’s unhelpful role on North Korea, and pursue strategic clarity based on a strong U.S.-ROK alliance and trilateral ties with Japan. 

Commentary by Victor Cha and Yesun Kim — June 5, 2026

Banning Gasoline Exports Will Harm U.S. Energy Security

As the world borrows from oil inventory “savings” to offset the Middle East Gulf export closure, U.S. gasoline prices are likely to rise. But policymakers should avoid bad ideas like banning exports, which are prone to backfiring by ultimately raising prices and undermining energy security.

Commentary by Clayton Seigle — June 5, 2026

Economic Modernization and Strategic Positioning of Algeria

As Algeria opens up and diversifies its economy, it will have to navigate complex relationships with major powers and neighbors, create meaningful employment for its youth, and sustain economic reforms.

Commentary by Romina Bandura — June 5, 2026

Previewing Xi Jinping’s Visit to North Korea | State of Play

At a macro level, President Xi is likely hoping to demonstrate a dynamic leading role on the international stage—particularly within the China, Russia, Iran, North Korea (CRINK) grouping of revisionist autocracies—while portraying U.S. influence globally as in decline.

Commentary by Sydney Seiler — June 5, 2026