Turkey’s Opposition Must Change: Takeaways from the Turkish Elections
Widespread optimism about changes coming in the Turkish presidential elections gave way — yet again — to disappointment…
A.Kadir Yildirim June 2, 2023
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Should Abu Dhabi Quit OPEC? Reconsidering the UAE’s Membership
Abu Dhabi has shown increasing discomfort with OPEC’s actions in recent years. Do diverging interests spell departure? Fellows Jim Krane, Kristian Coates Ulrichsen and Mark Finley weigh the risks and opportunities of an OPEC exit by the UAE.
Jim Krane, Kristian Coates Ulrichsen, Mark Finley June 1, 2023
Toward a Comprehensive Brain Deal to Harness the Potential of Artificial Intelligence
Breathtaking AI advances necessitate a new suite of brain science-inspired policies to build brain capital.
Harris A. Eyre May 31, 2023
Understanding Stock Buybacks — Should We Tax Them?
This report examines how and why corporations buy back shares and whether an excise tax on share buybacks is efficient.
John W. Diamond, Joyce Beebe May 23, 2023
Governing Parties Prevail In 4 Argentine Mining & Petro Province Election
On May 7 and May 14, the respective governing parties in the Argentine provinces of Jujuy, La Pampa, Salta and Tierra del…
Mark P. Jones May 16, 2023
Yarrington, García Luna, and Cienfuegos: Three Cases that Explain the New Judicial Relationship Between Mexico and the United States
In this report, fellow Tony Payan examines three recent U.S. criminal cases involving high-ranking Mexican officials. These cases point to a new “policy” by Washington to use its long-arm jurisdiction to arrest, prosecute and punish Mexican officials who have committed crimes that harm U.S. interests, he writes.
Tony Payan May 15, 2023
Baker Briefing: What Turkey’s Dramatic Presidential Elections Mean for the World
The world is closely watching the presidential elections in Turkey — particularly the dynamic between incumbent President Recap Tayyip Erdogan and his main challenger, Kemal Kilicdaroglu. The election has been called the most consequential in Turkey since 1950.
David M. Satterfield May 15, 2023
Why is Tesla Planning an Automobile Factory in Mexico? The Reasons May Surprise You.
Despite the many potential challenges — including difficulties conserving water, using clean energy and dealing with the López Obrador administration — Tesla will most likely move forward with the construction of a “gigafactory" in Mexico. In this issue brief, fellow David Gantz explains why the benefits outweigh the risks.
David A. Gantz May 9, 2023
The War in Ukraine Is Underscoring US Security Challenges in Europe and East Asia
The Russia-Ukraine war may have strengthened the NATO alliance. But it also raises critical questions about Europe’s security architecture and U.S. policy toward China.
Joe Barnes May 3, 2023
A Political Earthquake In Argentina’s Vaca Muerta: The 2023 Neuquén Gubernatorial Election
On April 16, Rodolfo “Rolo” Figueroa did what no gubernatorial candidate has ever done in Neuquén over the past 60 years…
Mark P. Jones April 17, 2023