The influence war against China, Israeli-Saudi normalization, and more.

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** August 31, 2023
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Winning the Influence War Against China
by Patrick W. Quirk & Caitlin Dearing Scott

Competition with China is playing out not only in the sea lanes of the Indo-Pacific but in the parliaments, board rooms, and even local councils of developing nations. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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New Outbound Investment Rules Can Help Strengthen American Economic Security
by Elaine Dezenski

A new weapon has just been added to America’s economic statecraft arsenal—one that has the potential to realign Western capital flows in ways that support U.S. national and economic security. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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Is Israeli-Saudi Normalization Worth It?
by Daniel R. DePetris & Rajan Menon

Riyadh’s price for an agreement may be far too high for both Washington and Tel Aviv. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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Why Ignoring Malaria in Africa Undermines U.S. Interests
by Sohini Chatterjee & Mark P. Lagon

Malaria response is one of the most cost-effective ways to save lives and advance U.S. partnership and security interests in Africa. Read it here ([link removed]) .
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Another Anniversary Passes With Little Progress in Afghanistan
by Jim Cook

While Kabul celebrates the second anniversary of Taliban rule, the country has deteriorated by most metrics and its citizenry continues to suffer the consequences. Read it here ([link removed]) .

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