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