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European Union
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The European Commission Is Struggling to Demonstrate 'Value for Money'
Ben Baruch @Ben_Baruch_, Tom Ling
Jun 26, 2017
New Europe
Great work is happening as a result of EU spending and programmes, particularly around democracy, rule of law and human rights. To make sure the trend continues, it is important for the populace to understand the value for money of this work.
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International Diplomacy
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How China Could Truly Rein in North Korea
Derek Grossman @DerekJGrossman
Jun 20, 2017
The Cipher Brief
China has key pressure points at its disposal to help deter North Korea from nuclear activities. It could cut off oil supplies or limit other trade, or crack down on illicit finance networks as many of the banks laundering money for the regime are in China. It could also stop shielding Pyongyang at the UN.
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International Diplomacy
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U.S. Interests and World Community
Michael J. Mazarr
Jun 14, 2017
The Cipher Brief
Evidence shows that many countries consider themselves part of an emerging global community. This represents America's most potent competitive advantage. U.S. strategy is stronger when it works to reflect and build such a community.
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International Diplomacy
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Time for Quiet Diplomacy, Not Taking Sides
Dalia Dassa Kaye @dassakaye, Jeffrey Martini
Jun 7, 2017
The National Interest
Disputes within the Gulf Cooperation Council are inevitable given differing threat perceptions and political interests, but there is no reason for the U.S. to pursue policies that aggravate the differences and risk fueling greater instability. Instead, Washington could assure both sides that it will support any agreement they reach.
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Global Climate Change
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The Big Bet: Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement
Debra Knopman, Robert J. Lempert @RobertLempert, Jordan R. Fischbach @fischinwater, Benjamin Lee Preston @bl_preston
Jun 2, 2017
Inside Sources
America's formal withdrawal from the Paris climate agreement could have far-reaching consequences for U.S. global leadership on many issues, not just on efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Politics and Government
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Is Moon Ready to Reunite Korea? Is Kim Jong Un?
Bruce W. Bennett @bwbennett
Jun 2, 2017
Newsweek
President Moon Jae-in is focused on South Korean domestic issues and internal unification. But he needs to prepare for unification with North Korea. He will face challenges whether unification is brought on by peaceful coexistence or as the result of sudden change.
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Employment Legislation
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Why Europe's Work-Life Balance Proposal Could Be in Limbo for Years
Barbara Janta
May 30, 2017
New Europe
The work-life balance proposal has a chance of having an impact on the labor markets and welfare systems in Europe. However, given the variation in policies across member states and levels of political support among key stakeholders, the proposal may end up stuck in negotiations.
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International Economic Relations
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The Driving Force Behind China's Ambitious 'Belt and Road Initiative'
Rafiq Dossani
May 30, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
By committing trillions of dollars to infrastructure projects across 60 countries, China could transform the lagging economies of the region and place itself in the enviable position of being Asia's true pivot. But the new Silk Road blueprint presents risks as well as benefits.
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Health Insurance Benefit Design
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How Would the House Health Care Plan Affect People with Pre-Existing Conditions?
Christine Eibner @Chrissyeibner
May 28, 2017
U.S. News & World Report
The American Health Care Act would guarantee that individuals with pre-existing conditions could enroll in insurance even if they had a coverage lapse. But there is no guarantee that this coverage would be affordable, and coverage of some essential health benefits could be excluded.
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Infrastructure Finance
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Regulating Infrastructures in the Tropics
Christian Van Stolk, Daniel Schweppenstedde, Martin Lodge, Julia Batistella-Machado
May 26, 2017
The RAND Blog
Regulation helps address the demands of investors who are seeking assurances that their investments are safe, while also reassuring democratically elected governments. Regulatory reform could help Brazil attract more private investment in its infrastructure.
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Georgia (country)
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Georgia Wants Reassurance That America Will Help Deter Russia
Kenneth Yalowitz, William Courtney @courtneywmh
May 25, 2017
The National Interest
Georgia is an emerging democracy in a difficult region with mainly authoritarian regimes nearby. To overcome severe challenges from Russian military occupation and economic weakness, it deserves sustained Western support.
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Arctic Region
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What Does 'America First' Look Like in the Arctic?
Abbie Tingstad, Stephanie Pezard @StephaniePezard
May 25, 2017
United Press International
The shift in U.S. climate policy away from greenhouse gas reduction is significant for the Arctic, which is experiencing global warming at an accelerated rate. And a recent executive order will pave the way for expanded oil and gas drilling. How will these changes shape the Arctic in years to come?
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Iran
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Why Trump's Pressures on Iran Won't Benefit America
Alireza Nader @AlirezaNader
May 25, 2017
Fortune
The Trump administration has demonstrated a renewed policy of pressure against Iran. In doing so, it risks losing the ability to leverage the greatest potential source of change in Iran: millions of Iranians who want a better country at peace with the world.
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Entrepreneurship
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How Uganda Could Benefit from a Center for Food Innovation
Michele Abbott, Deborah Cohen @DrDebCohen
May 23, 2017
The RAND Blog
A training and innovation center that trains and certifies street food vendors to address issues related to food hygiene, safety, and quality would accelerate the growth of a new Ugandan cuisine that capitalizes on nutritious local ingredients in a sustainable manner.
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Postsecondary Education
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Is College Worth the Expense? Yes, It Is
Rafiq Dossani
May 22, 2017
Inside Sources
Many American students struggle with the soaring cost of higher education. And for many college students, debt can have severe negative implications. But on balance, the benefits of a college degree appear to outweigh the costs.
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Health Legislation
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Removing Maternity Care and Mental Health Treatment from Coverage Requirements Would Reduce Premiums, but Lead to Significant Spending Increases for Some Consumers
Christine Eibner @Chrissyeibner, Christopher Whaley
May 18, 2017
The Commonwealth Fund Blog
The American Health Care Act passed by the U.S. House of Representatives to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act allows states to waive benefits that the ACA deemed “essential.” Dropping maternity care coverage, for example, would reduce premiums by 5 percent but increase out-of-pocket spending for new mothers.
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Law and Business

The European Commission Is Struggling to Demonstrate 'Value for Money'

How China Could Truly Rein in North Korea

U.S. Interests and World Community

Time for Quiet Diplomacy, Not Taking Sides

The Big Bet: Withdrawing from the Paris Climate Agreement

Is Moon Ready to Reunite Korea? Is Kim Jong Un?

Why Europe's Work-Life Balance Proposal Could Be in Limbo for Years

The Driving Force Behind China's Ambitious 'Belt and Road Initiative'

How Would the House Health Care Plan Affect People with Pre-Existing Conditions?

Regulating Infrastructures in the Tropics

Georgia Wants Reassurance That America Will Help Deter Russia

What Does 'America First' Look Like in the Arctic?

Why Trump's Pressures on Iran Won't Benefit America

How Uganda Could Benefit from a Center for Food Innovation

Is College Worth the Expense? Yes, It Is

Removing Maternity Care and Mental Health Treatment from Coverage Requirements Would Reduce Premiums, but Lead to Significant Spending Increases for Some Consumers

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