Advantage: How American Innovation Can Overcome the Asian Challenge

Adam Segal offers a contrarian analysis of how the United States can succeed in the technological race with Asia.

How Wars End

A penetrating look at American wars over the last century by Gideon Rose, editor of Foreign Affairs .

Nigeria: Dancing on the Brink

Former U.S. ambassador to Nigeria John Campbell explores Nigeria's postcolonial history and examines the events and conditions that have carried this troubled giant to the edge.

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UN Security Council Enlargement and U.S. Interests

Kara C. McDonald and Stewart M. Patrick offer recommendations for U.S. leadership in UN Security Council reform and expansion.

Congress and National Security

Kay King offers recommendations to reset congressional rules, practices, and procedures to address today's dysfunctional Congress and restore it as a full partner to the executive branch in advancing U.S. national security interests.

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U.S. Strategy for Pakistan and Afghanistan

This Task Force report assesses U.S. objectives, strategy, and policy options in Pakistan and Afghanistan. It supports a long-term partnership with Pakistan, calls for a new approach to Afghan political reform, reconciliation, and regional diplomacy, and says that a more limited U.S. mission in Afghanistan would be warranted if the present strategy does not show signs of progress.

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