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The French Exodus From Africa: Has It Helped Democracy

Was the criticism of France’s presence in Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso and Niger more about national pride than about fostering true democratic development…

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Foreign Policy Re-Think Ahead of the Presidential Election Cycle: U.S. Top 5 Strategic Allies Going into 2024

Whether an internationalist or isolationist approach, there are some alliances that will be strategically vital with five countries being at the top of that list…

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The Balance of ‘Enduring Partnerships’ vs. ‘Transactional Relationships’

While there are some long-standing partnerships that continue to endure through time, U.S. politicians will have to become more accustomed to the transactional nature of international diplomacy…

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Niger Is A Reminder That the War in Ukraine Is Not About a Fight for Democracy

The latest sequence of events in Niger is a reminder that the war in Ukraine (and sanctions against Russia) is not about a fight for democracy…

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Is Mali The French Version Of Afghanistan (With Some Caveats)?

Many are wondering whether French President Emmanuel Macron’s entanglement in the Sahel is analogous to the troubles that foreign powers have faced in Afghanistan. The Wagner Group (and Russia) will likely determine the answer…

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Sunak, Scholz, Macron, and…where is Meloni?

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is quietly doing her share to help Italy and greater Europe with little applause…

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Three Inputs Often Overlooked In The Energy Transition Process

Recent legislation in the U.S. and Europe (and a war in Ukraine) is accelerating energy transition. Yet, the overhaul of policy requires significant change in other aspects of the economic system and individual livelihoods – in particular, the limited resources of metals and rare earth elements, water and land become significantly more important.

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Lessons From Zambia’s Debt Restructuring

President Hakainde Hichilema is creating a new playbook for African restructurings…

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