Africa

Yellen’s Trip to Africa: A Chance to Reset US-Africa Relations

Kate Donald and Anne-Marea Griffin explore how Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s trip to Africa can play a major role in helping the Biden administration reset the U.S.-Africa relationship.

Focus Assistance to Tunisia—Don’t Suspend It

Gordon Gray argues that the United States should continue assistance programs that will further its core interests—security and democracy—rather than cutting off assistance to Tunisia following President Kais Saied’s anti-democratic power grab this past summer.

What the European Union and United States Need to Do to Address the Migration Crisis in Ukraine

As Russia invades Ukraine, the United States and the European Union should do all they can to assist all people fleeing the country.

5 Things U.S. Policymakers Must Understand About China-Africa Relations

The United States must focus on developing a positive vision for the future of its role in Africa rather than relying solely on criticizing China’s engagement on the continent.

The First 100 Days: Toward a More Sustainable and Values-Based National Security Approach

An actionable plan for the next administration’s progressive national security agenda.

Interactive: The First 100 Days

This interactive database features nearly 250 recommendations that the next administration can advance, adopt, and implement within the first 100 days to set the country on a path toward a more progressive national security approach.

Preventing Endless War Requires Real Congressional Oversight—Not New War Authority

Congress needs to do real oversight about how and whether the current wars should continue before considering any new AUMF.

From Threat to Opportunity

At a time of exponential growth across Africa, the United States stands to significantly benefit from growing trade and lasting alliances on the continent if it positions itself strategically today.

International Justice on Trial?

International justice is at a critical crossroads, offering a perfect moment to examine its key accomplishments, shortcomings, and challenges moving forward.

The White House’s Immigration Framework Would Eviscerate Immigration from Latin America, Africa, and Asia

Slashing family migration and eliminating the diversity visa program would result in more than 350,000 fewer immigrants each year.

America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era

The United States should work to unlock Africa’s tremendous potential to be a powerhouse of future growth lifting millions out of poverty, a substantial market for U.S. goods, and a breadbasket to the world.

America’s Relationship with Africa in a New Era