Powerless Arbitration: The Withdrawal of Nations from the International Criminal Court
Several countries have withdrawn from the International Criminal Court—but why?
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An New UN?: The United Nations Names the Next Secretary General
The former United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres has been named the new UN Secretary General.
An Interview with John Negroponte, Former Deputy Secretary of State and Director of National Intelligence
From 1981 to 1996, you’ve had tours of duty as United States ambassador in Honduras, Mexico, and the Philippines. I’m wondering what led you to join the Foreign Service in the first place? What prompted me to join the Foreign Service was a strong interest in…
Republicans Challenge Obama on Climate Change Ahead of UN Conference
With the GOP opposing Obama’s Clean Power Plan and questioning his authority to negotiate a long-term climate agreement, the president faces an uphill battle.
Is Experience Payment Enough? Unpaid Internships Present an Ethical Dilemma
After the struggles of a United Nations intern came to light this summer, unpaid internships are coming under increasing scrutiny.
Putin Raises the Stakes Following Rocky UN Summit
By supporting the Assad government with military force and international promises, he changed the Syrian conflict from a proxy war to one openly involving international powers.
At a Crossroads, in the Crosshairs
Will the Senate pass the U.N. Arms Trade Treaty? Probably not. Are we surprised? Nope. But it’s still a grave mistake.
Don’t Underestimate Shortsightedness: Samantha Power on Global Challenges
Ambassador Power talked long-term solutions, but these programs too often have an ill-defined purpose and a limited scope. Is there a better approach?
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