Energy and economic growth are linked: without access to energy, growth is impossible; and economic growth will lead to more energy use. But the relationship between the two is complex and often misunderstood, writes CSIS energy expert Nikos Tsafos.
 

Ignoring the Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) or the “Ban Treaty” is a bad idea that will exacerbate the divide between nuclear and non-nuclear states and could lead to a dangerously uneven pace of international disarmament.
 

The notion of “requirements” is deeply embedded in military jargon and decision-making processes, but it has two perverse effects, and therefore, the term should be abolished.

This edition of CSIS's nightly newsletter covers Huawei Arrest, Arms Treaty, Nine Tonight and More.

In this episode, the Trade Guys breakdown the latest from the G20. President Trump and Xi Jinping settled on a 90-day trade truce. 

In the second issue of the Debating Japan newsletter series, the CSIS Japan Chair invited Dr. Jeffrey Hornung, a security specialist, and Mr. Kiyoyuki Seguchi, an economist, to assess the prospects for Japan-China relations in the coming years.

This edition of CSIS's nightly newsletter covers Russian Warning, OPEC Meets, Promised Land and More.

In a “Day After” scenario, how will Venezuela’s oil sector rebuild? Ramon Espinasa looks back on the Venezuelan Hydrocarbons Law, 75 years after its initial passage, and explores what the future may hold for Venezuelan oil.

In response to an oil price differential crisis, the government of Alberta has announced a short-term oil production curtailment. While these actions will help restore some semblance of normality in the short-medium term, the root of the problem persists.

This edition of CSIS's nightly newsletter covers Tariff Man, INF, Ray Donovan and More.