CSIS Africa's @_hudsonc has released a new analysis: As the mini-Africa Summit kicks off tomorrow, many hope for clarity on how the U.S. views Africa’s potential. So far, the “America First” policy has lowered expectations across the continent. Read:

TOMORROW: @CSISerep hosts an IN-PERSON discussion on Denmark's role in European and transatlantic security—featuring Deputy PM and Defense Minister of Denmark, Troels Lund Poulsen & Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen. ⏲️12 PM ET.

TODAY @ 2pm: Ten years after the 709 crackdown on rights lawyers, @CSISFreeman is convening leading experts on Chinese law, politics, and civil society to discuss rule of law in China, and what we can learn from 709 in understanding today's China.

RT @csiserep: We’re thrilled to welcome @larsloekke & @troelslundp for a timely discussion on Denmark’s role in European & transatlantic se….

RT @CSISKoreaChair: 🚢 North Korea’s second destroyer in 4 images:.1️⃣ Pre-launch.2️⃣ Failed launch.3️⃣ Salvage operations.4️⃣ Raised and up….

RT @CSISKoreaChair: Missed this week's @CSISGeopolitics discussion on the Axis of Upheaval after the Israel-Iran conflict? 🎥. Catch the rec….

On Tuesday, July 8th, at 12:00 PM ET @csiserep will be hosting an in-person discussion on Denmark's role in European and Transatlantic security. Link to register below:.

What does a commitment to spend 5% of GDP on defense really mean for NATO allies? . CSIS @csiserep Program Director @maxbergmann explains why focusing on the spending target is a mistake for Europe + what should come next:.

How could the situation in the Taiwan Strait sharply escalate in the coming years? .CSIS's Dr. Bonny Lin points to 5 factors she, and her co-authors @BrianTHart and @JohnCulver689, believe could lead to heightened tensions. Watch her interview here:

In this episode of the CSIS Geopolitics Department's State of Play podcast, @WillTodman talks with @myacoubian and @maxbergmann about the consequences of the war between Israel and Iran.

From @CSISAfrica - New analysis by @MvembaDizolele: .On June 27 the foreign ministers of Rwanda & DRC are to signed the Critical Minerals for Security and Peace Deal in DC. It aims to ease tensions in eastern DRC, but falls short of tackling root causes.

Indo-Pacific military cooperation is accelerating, how far should it go? The CSIS China Power Project's new podcast episode features @elyratner, who shares why now is the moment to pursue a Pacific defense pact—and how regional trends make it possible.

TODAY @3 PM ET | What do strikes on Iran mean for China, Russia, and N. Korea? . Join @CSISGeopolitics for a timely panel on the future of the "Axis of Upheaval" featuring .@victordcha, @myacoubian, @MSnegovaya & @brianthart. Online-only. Register:

RT @CSIS: In new interactive analysis, @CSISAmericas and @HiddenReachCSIS explore Beijing's attempt to gain strategic leverage and expand i….

RT @CSIS: On a new episode of @CSISGeopolitics' State of Play, @maxbergmann and @myacoubian join @WillTodman to unpack the ripple effects o….

RT @BrianTHart: Looking forward to joining my @CSISGeopolitics colleagues on Monday to discuss what the Iran conflict reveals about the lev….

CSIS Africa's latest report assesses Africa's electoral landscape - the most critical elections of 2025 in countries where incumbents used constitutional changes and institutional control to stay in power. By @_hudsonc, @MvembaDizolele and Khasai Makhulo.

HAPPENING TODAY - Israel and Iran At War: What Comes Next? .⏰ 4:00pm ET.CSIS experts @myacoubian, @dbyman and @doreen__h explore the risks of escalation, the attacks’ consequences on the regional power balance, and the future of Iran's nuclear program.

The first session of @SoutheastAsiaDC and @AsiaMTI's 15th annual South China Sea Conference has begun, examining the current state of play in the region. Tune in below:.

Last night, Israel launched widespread attacks on Iran. @CSISMidEast expert @myacoubian explores reasons why, possible responses, and what this means for the region and the United States. More about the strikes and how they could impact nuclear talks: .