Commentary and Analysis

While coronavirus restrictions are being incrementally removed in certain countries, some people are feeling concern at returning to the activities that had characterized their pre-pandemic lives.

Although cases have declined significantly in Europe, the United States, and much of East Asia, the pandemic remains a major threat in South America, India, and several other nations around the world.

Karl Friedhoff examines South Korea's careful negotiation of its security alliance with the United States, along with its economic dependence on China.

Following high profile pauses to the AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson vaccines, as well as surging cases in different parts of the world, it is clear that the gains in some countries do not signal an end to the pandemic.

Dina Smeltz and Craig Kafura discuss how the US can reassure its allies of its commitment and credibility.

Although the Biden administration has taken steps to address climate change, US policymakers and elites are split on the issue's threat level.

Council surveys find an American public split on the threat of climate change but open to cooperative efforts to limit its effects.

With high-profile suspensions of the AstraZeneca and Johnson and Johnson vaccine, fear of potential side effects and uneven efficacy of vaccine rollouts are causing concern for some.

Craig Kafura examines Americans' views on boycotting the 2022 Olympics in Beijing.

As the United States and Iran work on a path back to the Iran nuclear deal, what do Americans and Iranians think about the agreement?