Security
& Strategy

Diplomacy & Dialogue

Projects

China and the Middle East

Unpacking Beijing’s strategic, economic, political, and security interactions with the critical region

China’s Role in Conflict Mediation

Deepening understanding of China’s participation in international conflict mediation and its impact

EastWest Council of Advisors on Track II Diplomacy

Advancing Stimson's Track II diplomatic engagement as a critical method for achieving international peace and security

Mekong-US Partnership Track 1.5 Policy Dialogue

A series of track 1.5 conferences focused on strengthening the Mekong-U.S. Partnership (2021-2025).

Reimagining US Diplomacy

Elevating diplomacy as a tool of US statecraft

The Global South in the World Order

Examining prevailing assumptions about the Global South and promoting new partnerships between the Global South and Western countries in an increasingly multipolar world order

The Intersection of Climate and Security

Highlighting critical issues of international peace and security and the coming climate crisis.

The Trialogue

A platform for constructive conversation among experts and ex-officials from the United States, Russia, and China

The US-China Military-to-Military Dialogue

Increasing military-to-military understanding between the United States and China.

Turtle Bay Security Roundtable Series

A series of events, hosted by the Permanent Mission of Japan to the UN, focusing on various security challenges posed in today’s world

Recent Publications

Chapter

The Misalignment Between Chinese and African Peacemaking: The Case of Ethiopia’s Tigray Crisis

China’s engagement during the Tigray crisis from November 2020 to November 2022 prioritized state stability and economic interests, clashing with African mediation norms

Paul Nantulya

Issue Brief

Making the Most of America’s Mega-Decade of Sports

Considering the diplomatic opportunities and risks of hosting the world’s biggest sporting events

Evan Cooper • Will A. Smith

Report

The Power of US Cultural Diplomacy

Examining methods for utilizing U.S. culture for diplomatic engagement

Evan Cooper

Commentary

What Kind of US Security Partner Will the EU Be?

As the U.S. steps back from Europe’s security, is the EU prepared and well placed to pick up the slack?

Andrew Hyde

Report

Mekong-U.S. Partnership Track 1.5 Policy Dialogue on Food and Agriculture Trade and Investment

This conference summary report highlights gaps and opportunities for collaboration on challenges related to food and agriculture trade and investment

Brian Eyler • Courtney Weatherby • Regan Kwan

Report

Mekong-U.S. Partnership Track 1.5 Policy Dialogue on Digital Economy

This conference summary report highlights opportunities for collaboration through the Mekong-U.S. Partnership related to countering online scam operations

Courtney Weatherby • Brian Eyler

Issue Brief

Scenarios for US Foreign Aid in 2035

Examining possible directions for U.S. assistance and their geopolitical consequences

Evan Cooper • Alessandro Perri

Commentary

How to Deal with Trump at UNGA 80

While U.S. hostility toward the United Nations ahead of the UN General Assembly has provoked a funding and identity crisis for the institution, it might also spark debate over reforming the UN to make it fit for a 21st century purpose

Andrew Hyde

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