The Magazine
Washington’s competition with Beijing should not be about managing threats—but weakening and ultimately defeating the Chinese Communist Party regime.
Matthew Kroenig , Dan Negrea
Why Is Xi Not Fixing China’s Economy?
Explanations from insiders range from ignorance to ideology.
Why South Africa’s Nonalignment Is Here to Stay
The end of ANC majority rule is unlikely to signal a dramatic shift in the country’s foreign policy.
Faced with economic crisis and mass protests, Washington’s newest non-NATO ally has turned to brutal repression at home.
The Philippines Needs Butter, Not Just Guns
To counter China, Washington must help its ally address economic issues.
Asian Powers Set Their Strategic Sights on Europe
After 500 years, the tables have turned, with an incoherent Europe the object of rising Asia’s geopolitical ambitions.
Ukraine Needs a ‘Wet Gap Crossing’ to NATO
It’s time to use the U.S. military’s playbook for building a wartime bridge to Ukraine.
The New Meaning of France’s Anti-Fascism
This week’s elections show the country is doing more than simply replaying battles from its past.
It’s Time to Sideline Israel from International Sports
A boycott of Israeli soccer could accomplish what other BDS efforts have failed to do: dent the country’s own sense of legitimacy.
Daniel Levy , Tony Karon
Why the West Shouldn’t Celebrate Russia’s Withdrawal From Syria
Increased Iranian and Hezbollah presence in Syria poses new challenges for all players—including Israel and the U.S.
America Is Stuck in a Century-Old Immigration Debate
Restricting immigration to appease domestic political grievances is likely to backfire—again.
The Top International Relations Schools of 2024, Ranked
An insider’s guide to the world’s best programs—for both policy and academic careers.
Irene Entringer García Blanes , Susan Peterson , Michael J. Tierney
Review
Modi’s Long Game
New restraints on the prime minister’s mandate can’t undo his transformation of India.
