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February 21, 2025[[link removed]]Wilson Weekly
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Making Sense of the Munich Security Conference [[link removed]]
[[link removed]]“At this year’s MSC, there’s no doubt about the impact of Vice President Vance’s speech. While it may have been directed as much to a US as to a European audience, its impact was immediate. European policymakers heard it. They leave knowing one thing for sure: grappling with its implications is their task for the foreseeable future.” -Robin Quinville
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Congressional Testimony [link removed] [[link removed]] Focus Ukraine [link removed] [[link removed]]
Rebecca Pincus Testifies Before Senate on Greenland’s Importance to US Interests The Impact of War on Ukraine as Seen Through Its Communities in Exile
“Greenland is a critical forward location to US missile defense,” Wilson Center Polar Institute Director Rebecca Pincus told Congress. “Across the Arctic, the US confronts two serious adversaries with significant abilities to hold the US homeland at risk from land and/or sea-based attacks.” “Both the demographic and economic problems that threaten Ukraine’s future are key drivers behind the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ official policy on the return of Ukrainian refugees and the creation of the Ministry of Unity. Ukraine’s government is now urging host countries not to fully integrate Ukrainian refugees and to reassess financial and other forms of support to encourage them to return home sooner.” -Katerina Sergatskova
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[link removed] [[link removed]] VideoEmpty Nets: Big Changes in a Great American Fishery
This mini documentary explores the ongoing crisis in Alaska's fisheries through the voices of scientists, fishers, managers, and other community members. The interviews highlight the critical role these fisheries play in supporting local communities, the state of Alaska, and the nation, while presenting diverse perspectives on the challenges and potential solutions for the future.
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Africa Up Close [link removed] [[link removed]] Weekly Asado [link removed] [[link removed]]
A Bolder US Approach for Ending the War in Sudan You Can’t Deport Your Way Out of the Problem
The civil war raging in Sudan today has created the world’s worst humanitarian crisis and triggered genocidal acts. It also poses new threats and opportunities for the United States. Ambassador Donald E. Booth lays out those threats and opportunities for those evaluating what actions, if any, the United States might take. “It is hard to imagine long-term success unless the US approach does not only secure the border, but also reduces the struggles that drive so many Latin Americans to leave their communities every year.” -Enriquo Roig
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NOW Logo [[link removed]]Africa Year In Review 2024: From Headlines to Trendlines
In this edition of Wilson Center NOW, Oge Onubogu, Director of the Wilson Center’s Africa Program, discusses the 10th anniversary edition of Africa: Year in Review 2024, the program’s flagship annual publication. It shares perspectives from individuals across Africa and in the US with deep experience alongside emerging perspectives to provide dynamic analysis contributing to the conversation on US relations with African countries.
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Africa Year In Review 2024: From Headlines to Trendlines
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Upcoming Events
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Three Years of War in Ukraine: Taking Stock [[link removed]]Monday, Feb. 24 // 11:00 am–12:30 pm (ET)
Ukrainian Society Under Occupation: Hardship, Civic Resilience, and Perception [[link removed]]Wednesday, Feb. 26 // 10–11:00 am (ET)
The Haleh Esfandiari Forum 2025: Hela Cheikhrouhou [[link removed]]Thursday, March 6, 10–11:00 am (ET)

Wilson in the News
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Paris Hosts Ukraine Crisis Summit (BBC) [[link removed]]
“It’s not inconsistent with a general Trump administration approach to foreign policy where he makes the first move, the focal point of the negotiations is on him, and he’s also giving himself considerable latitude.” -Michael Kimmage
Marking 500 Days of the Israel-Hamas War (CBS News) [[link removed]]
“Moving forward, what plan can we have for Gaza? The Arab leaders will be meeting in the Kingdom of Saudia Arabia this week to discuss a way forward, to come up with an alternative plan to President Trump’s plan, to present to the United States and Israel.” -Merissa Khurma
Canada's Northern Premiers to Discuss Arctic Partnerships in DC (CBC) [[link removed]]
“We know he's got an eye toward Arctic security, especially Canada’s role in it. The Premieres need to convey a seriousness about taking those concerns to heart.” -Xavier Delgado
Mexico Is Growing Old. Can It Build a Care System in Time? (Americas Quarterly) [[link removed]]
“Many argue that one solution lies in building a national care system through a network of services for children, people with disabilities, and the elderly while relieving women of the burden of unpaid domestic labor.” -Carin Zissis


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