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Field Note

A Decade Later: Assessing Protection Needs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Reflecting on research in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the evolution of the role of the UN peacekeeping mission.
June 18, 2026
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Progress in the Search for Vietnam’s Missing

50 years after the war, the Vietnamese government — with U.S. assistance — is increasing efforts to identify over 300,000 fallen soldiers.
May 14, 2026
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Partnerships for Peace in Addis Ababa: Dialogue on Gender-Responsive Leadership in Peace Operations

Exchanges on the Women, Peace and Security agenda and the future of AU and UN peace operations.
April 2, 2026
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Breaking Silos to Beat Scams: Why Holistic Law Enforcement Matters

Exploring insights from a regional workshop on how existing legal frameworks can be better utilized to counter online scams.
March 19, 2026
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How Türkiye Navigates Between the United States and Europe

During a recent research trip to Ankara and Istanbul, we discussed US-Türkiye relations with a range of experts.
February 24, 2026
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Can a US Partner Practice Multi-Alignment? The UAE is Certainly Trying.

We went to Abu Dhabi on a research trip and met with a variety of experts to understand the state of the
February 12, 2026
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Can a US Partner Practice Multi-Alignment? The UAE is Certainly Trying.

We went to Abu Dhabi on a research trip and met with a variety of experts to understand the state of the
February 12, 2026
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Wine, Hybrid Warfare, and Democratic Resilience in Moldova

A trip to Moldova underscores the case for international partnerships.
January 12, 2026
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Toxic Rare Earth Mining is Ruining Mekong Tributaries in the Golden Triangle

Community activists and experts in Chiang Rai, Thailand are calling for urgent attention to a looming health and environmental crisis plaguing their
September 22, 2025
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Taiwan’s Squandered Defensive Potential

Taiwan touts an asymmetric defense, but outdated thinking and mismanagement of its natural advantages undermine the island’s security.
September 11, 2025
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The Allies Are (Mostly) Alright – But Is That a Good Thing?

Despite fears of rupture, allies in Asia see business as usual. Yet beneath this continuity lie deeper challenges in burden sharing and
August 12, 2025
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Uncovering the Legacy of Peacekeeping in Liberia

Research travel in Liberia highlights the ongoing legacy of UN peacekeeping.
June 26, 2025
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