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The Arab World at an Inflection Point

CSIS expert Jon B. Alterman explains why the Arab world is once again at an inflection point as leaders make consequential decisions about their countries’ economies, governance style, respect for freedom of speech, and level of income inequality.

Commentary by Jon B. Alterman — January 17, 2023

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Khosravi Chair in Principled Internationalism and Director, Human Rights Initiative
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Senior Fellow, Future War, Gaming, and Strategy, and International Security Program

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Beyond Aid

Beyond Leadership: Peter Maurer

Jake speaks with Peter Maurer, President of the ICRC.

Podcast Episode by Jacob Kurtzer — September 14, 2022

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Pakistan’s Deadly Floods Pose Urgent Questions on Preparedness and Response

Pakistan is experiencing its worst humanitarian crisis in a decade. More than 4.2 million people are affected, with over one-third of the country submerged in floodwater. International actors should do their part to support Pakistan and prepare for future disasters.

Critical Questions by Jacob Kurtzer and Hareem Fatima Abdullah — September 13, 2022

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Food Tech for Reducing Food Loss and Waste

Please Join the CSIS on September 8th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ET to examine the role of food tech in reducing food loss and waste, including new technologies developed and applied in the United States, and the potential to support more efficient food systems globally.

Event by Caitlin Welsh , Hans Tung , Emily Ma , Stefan Kalb , and Kai Robertson — September 8, 2022

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Enhancing Humanitarian Aid and Security in Northern Mozambique

Following a year of regional security force engagement, violence and mass displacement are again on the rise in northern Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province, generating unprecedented security and humanitarian needs requiring an immediate and sustained response.

Commentary by Sierra Ballard and Emilia Columbo — September 8, 2022

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Smart Women, Smart Power Podcast

Gender, National Security, and the Capitol

Smart Women, Smart Power sat down with Elizabeth King, Majority Staff Director for the Senate Armed Services Committee to discuss her role on the Hill over the years.

Podcast Episode by Kathleen McInnis — September 7, 2022

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Beyond Aid

Beyond Leadership: Carolyn Miles

Kirsten speaks with Carolyn Miles, former President and CEO of Save the Children.

Podcast Episode — September 7, 2022

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Religious Persecution and the Closing of Civic Space in Nicaragua

Please join the CSIS Americas Program for a discussion on Religious Persecution and the Closing of Civic Space in Nicaragua.

Event by Daniel F. Runde , Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio , Jared Genser , Deborah Ullmer , Humberto Belli , and John Feeley — September 2, 2022

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Building the Future: Freedom, Prosperity, and Foreign Policy with Dan Runde

Oswaldo Payá's Legacy and the Future of Cuban Democracy

In this episode of Building the Future, Dan Runde is joined by David Hoffman, a contributing editor and member of the editorial board of The Washington Post.

Podcast Episode by Daniel F. Runde — August 31, 2022

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