Jocelyn Camacho
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Democratic Socialist Candidates Gain Ground but Face Limited Reach in 2026
En: Think TanksDemocratic socialist candidates have gained visibility in the 2026 U.S. elections, but their electoral reach remains limited. In an analysis published by the Brookings Institution, Elaine Kamarck, Riana Mahtani, and…
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Structural Mismatch in Explanations for the Rise in r∗
The macroeconomic debate on the natural rate of interest (r∗) raises key questions about the long-term cost of capital in the United States. This rate represents the real interest rate…
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Stablecoins After GENIUS: Opportunities and Risks for the U.S. Financial System
En: Think TanksThe rapid expansion of dollar-backed stablecoins has moved them from the margins of cryptocurrency markets into broader debates about payments, financial stability, and the international role of the U.S. dollar.…
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Trump Reduces Military Exercises With South Korea Amid Efforts to Reengage North Korea
President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to significantly reduce its joint military exercises with South Korea, citing the high cost of the drills and his desire to avoid…
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Brasil entra en campaña: una elección decisiva para América Latina
En: Think TanksBrasil inició el 16 de agosto de 2026 la campaña para las elecciones generales del 4 de octubre. En Radar Latam 360, Daniel Zovatto analiza una contienda que trasciende la…
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The United States and Its Foreign Creditors: Risks and Changing Demand
The United States plays a central role in global financial markets. Its government debt is widely held by investors and institutions around the world. As a result, foreign demand for…
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Global Action Against Extreme Poverty
En: Think TanksExtreme poverty remains one of the biggest challenges in the world. Although poverty declined for several decades, progress has slowed in recent years. About 800 million people were still living…
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Stablecoins and the Global South: Opportunities and Risks
En: Think TanksThe rise of stablecoins is changing the way people and businesses use digital finance. These digital assets can make payments faster, reduce transaction costs, and provide greater access to financial…
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Global Economic Governance: Navigating the Thucydides and Kindleberger Traps
The Brookings article Global economic governance: Navigating the Thucydides and Kindleberger traps examines the challenges facing the global economic system. The authors focus on the growing rivalry between the United States and…
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Traditional Medicare Modernization: Key Options for Reform
The Brookings article Options for modernization of traditional Medicare examines possible changes to Traditional Medicare in the United States. The authors explain why the program may need to adapt to the needs…
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APEC Advances Digital Cooperation Through a New Ministerial Statement
The 2026 APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Statement outlines a shared vision for digital cooperation across the Asia-Pacific region. During the ministerial meeting in Chengdu, China, APEC economies agreed to strengthen collaboration…
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Trump Approves Landmark Nuclear Deal With Saudi Arabia
The United States has approved a landmark nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. President Donald Trump authorized the agreement as part of a broader effort to strengthen bilateral ties. The 30-year deal…
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Oil Prices Rise Above $100 as Middle East Conflict Escalates
Global oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel after tensions in the Middle East intensified. The increase followed attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea and growing concerns about disruptions to major…
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Supreme Court Update: IEEPA Tariffs and Domestic Military Deployments
The Supreme Court IEEPA tariffs decision marks an important moment in U.S. constitutional law. The Brookings article examines two major legal disputes. First, it analyzes the Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential tariff…
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How the U.S. and China Can Cooperate to Reduce Urgent AI Risks
Artificial intelligence has become one of the main areas of competition between the United States and China. At the same time, both countries face a common challenge. They must reduce…
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Who Holds the Advantage? Three Perspectives on the U.S.-China Military Balance
The U.S.-China military balance has become a major issue in international security. China has expanded and modernized its military over the last two decades. As a result, many experts now ask whether the…
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The Iran War and the War Powers Resolution
The war between the United States and Iran has renewed an old constitutional debate. The main question is whether the president can continue military operations without approval from Congress. As a…
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Trump Says He’ll Let Ukraine Make Patriot Missiles, but It Could Take Years
En: Think TanksThe United States has decided to grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot defense systems. This decision marks a major change in Western military support. Until now, Ukraine has relied…
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US-China Scientific Decoupling: The Hidden Costs of Geopolitical Rivalry
Scientific cooperation between the United States and China has supported global innovation for decades. However, growing geopolitical tensions are changing that relationship. National security concerns have encouraged both countries to reduce…
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States Enable Regions to Thrive:
A New Playbook for Economic Development Economic development is becoming more complex across the United States. However, many state governments still rely on outdated strategies that focus mainly on attracting large…
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A Rebalancing NATO Gathers in Ankara: Why the NATO Ankara Summit 2026 Matters
The NATO Ankara Summit 2026 takes place at a crucial moment for international security. NATO leaders will meet in Ankara on July 7–8 to discuss the alliance’s future and the challenges facing…
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USMCA Review Mechanism: Lessons from the First Review Process
The USMCA review mechanism represents one of the most important innovations in the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Unlike NAFTA, USMCA requires a formal review every six years. This process allows the three member…
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Tourism Ministers Put Digital Innovation at the Heart of Regional Growth
APEC Advances Smart Tourism in Asia-Pacific Digital innovation has become a central pillar of APEC digital tourism, as ministers from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) gathered in Macao, China, for…
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Tracking Regulatory Changes in the Second Trump Administration
The second Trump administration regulatory changes are reshaping the U.S. policy landscape. As a result, policymakers, businesses, researchers, and legal professionals are closely monitoring new federal actions. To support this effort, the…
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Stopping Zimbabwe’s Newest Power Grab
The Zimbabwe power grab has raised serious concerns about the future of democracy in the country. According to the Journal of Democracy, Zimbabwe’s parliament approved a constitutional bill that would…
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G7 Should Accept AI Standards Offer, but Make It Enforceable
The G7 AI standards proposal offers an important opportunity to strengthen global artificial intelligence governance. According to the Brookings Institution, technology leaders have encouraged G7 governments to adopt a common framework for…
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Protest Changes Policy When Communities Stay Organized
The idea that protest changes policy has been supported by decades of civic activism and academic research. According to the Brookings Institution, protests are most effective when communities remain organized…
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Trump Administration’s Anthropic AI Embargo Could Hurt U.S. AI Exports
The Anthropic AI embargo has sparked debate about the future of American leadership in artificial intelligence. According to the Brookings Institution, the Trump administration’s decision to restrict exports of Anthropic’s latest AI…
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Tech Sector Gains Influence Under Trump Administration
En: Think TanksThe tech sector influence has expanded significantly during the Trump administration. According to the article, several leading technology executives joined President Donald Trump on his recent trip to the Middle…
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¿Qué implica el fallo judicial en EE. UU. a favor de las deportaciones aceleradas de Trump?
El panorama migratorio en los Estados Unidos ha dado un giro drástico. Un reciente fallo de un Tribunal Federal de Apelaciones del Circuito de Columbia ha revocado el bloqueo que…