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An important debate has cracked open about the future of the U.S.-China relationship. This was inevitable. But the debate, while increasingly contentious, has been limited to politicians, policymakers, and pundits, largely overlooking what most

Raghuram Rajan explains what bananas reveal about markets and governments, the importance of communities in economics, and whether China or India has a more enviable economy.

Over the past 12 months, our pollsters tracked public attitudes on everything from the war in Ukraine to conflict in the Middle East.

Even as the war in Ukraine creates risks, the extensive city-based CEFT network remains resilient from its continued expansion, improved infrastructure, and operational adaptability.

As Putin's reach extends beyond Russia, civil society groups grapple with a crackdown at home and threats from abroad.

The US public views the Japan alliance as a significant national security benefit as concerns about China grow.

Research Associate Ethan Kessler explains the benefits and drawbacks of what’s become a major US foreign policy tool.