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Defending the North Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions

The Arctic is increasingly characterized by geopolitical and military tensions. President Trump's aggressive engagement strategy, greater Sino-Russian cooperation, and NATO’s Scandinavian enlargement will likely shape the region’s security landscape for the coming years.

Report by Max Bergmann, Otto Svendsen, Marc Jacobsen, Rebekka Åsnes Sagild, Eskil Jakobsen, and Øystein Solvang — January 14, 2025

Russian Oil Sanctions Demand Persistence

The new U.S. sanctions imposed on Russia will succeed in reducing Moscow’s oil revenues. But policymakers should be on guard for evasion tactics, including shell companies and surreptitious cargo transfers, and prepare for a medium-term campaign to retain the upper hand.

Commentary by Clayton Seigle — January 14, 2025

Special Envoys Can Elevate Africa Under Trump

During Donald Trump’s previous term, a variety of regional special envoys were an effective approach to navigating Africa’s complex political landscape. For his new term, appointing five envoys should be considered to strengthen U.S. diplomatic engagement on the continent.

Commentary by Cameron Hudson — January 14, 2025

eL Seed: Arabic Calligraffiti

This week on Babel, Jon Alterman speaks with eL Seed. Together, they discuss art’s role in spurring social change. Then, Jon continues the conversation with Martin Pimentel and Natasha Hall to discuss how art interacts with political movements across the Arab world.

Transcript — January 14, 2025

Back & Forth: Intel and the Semiconductor Industry

A new issue of Back & Forth explores the risks and opportunities of Intel’s centrality in U.S. semiconductor strategy. Christina Alfonso caveats the argument presented by CSIS’s Sujai Shivakumar and Charles Wessner for sustained federal funding for Intel Corporation.

Commentary by Sujai Shivakumar, Charles Wessner, and Christina Alfonso — January 13, 2025

Experts React: The Challenges and Opportunities for the Trump Administration in Africa

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will begin his second term as U.S. president. CSIS Africa Program experts highlight opportunities to strengthen U.S.-Africa relations through green industrialization, strategic partnerships, good governance, and country-focused engagement.

Commentary by Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, Laird Treiber, Rafiq Raji, Jon Temin, Saleh Bala, Cameron Hudson, Emilia Columbo, Ryan Cummings, and Will Brown — January 13, 2025