Commentary and Analysis

Paul Heer examines the Taiwan conundrum — one of the thorniest and most fraught issues confronting the new Biden foreign policy team as it navigates the US-China relationship.

Brian Hanson talks with the New Yorker's Joshua Yaffa about future of Russian politics.

Ivo Daalder explains why President Biden must balance engagement and opposition in his strategy towards Russia.

Brendan Helm and Craig Kafura examine President Joe Biden's immigration reform plans.

Cyber risk expert Jody Westby and host Brian Hanson examine the Biden administration's options on cyber policy.

From the COVID-19 vaccine to US foreign policy, our experts share their recommendations for the new administration. 

Suzanne Akhras Sahloul discusses the positive impact of refugees and immigrants on communities in Chicago.

Council President Ivo Daalder, former US ambassador to NATO, examines how the events at the US Capitol influence US standing abroad.

Large majorities of Americans now disapprove of the attack on the US Capitol, but Democrats and Republicans disagree about what the rioters were aiming to do and what to do next.

Wendy Cutler and Noah Barkin join Brian Hanson to examine how the new investment deal will influence US foreign policy.