Religion has been a factor in violent conflict for thousands of years. Only recently has it been viewed as an instrument of peace, too. There are various cases in Africa where religion has been used ...

In the global competition for technological leadership and economic resilience, Southeast Asia is quickly emerging as a critical node. Anchored by countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore, the ...

The Organization for Security and Co-Operation in Europe (OSCE) will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Final Act this July, leading many to discover this organization for the first time.

In 2024, Brazil and the United States celebrated 200 years of diplomatic relations, marking a moment to reflect on shared values and missed opportunities between two major Western democracies. Despite ...

First wave: began with increased prescribing of opioids in the 1990s Second wave: began in 2010, with rapid increases in overdose deaths involving heroin Third wave: began in 2013, with considerable ...

Why has the radio access network (RAN) found itself at the forefront of conversations around U.S. national security, innovation, and competitiveness? In this 5G STIP video we walk you through three ...

As the US, Russia and China engage in a highly visible competition in developing advanced weapons systems, behind the scenes another contest is quietly taking place: the race to export civil nuclear ...

The practice of peacebuilding often neglects the role of religion and faith-based institutions in conflict zones. This neglect comes at a cost. These institutions invariably are "located in and on all ...

Since 1974, Congress has enacted TPA legislation to set US trade priorities, require presidential consultations, and ensure oversight. After negotiations, Congress ...

The Colorado River and Rio Grande — two significant transboundary rivers at the US-Mexico border — are experiencing historic low water levels due to persistent droughts, increasing demand, and ...

The number of repatriated North Korean refugees has grown since China increased its border surveillance in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to reports from various human rights groups, ...

In the last decade, the global count of forcibly displaced persons has doubled – from 59 million people in 2014 to over 122 million people in 2024. While most of the world’s displaced people live with ...