Fernanda López
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is cleaning house and consolidating power
En: Think TanksFederal Crackdown and Power Shifts Early in 20206, authorities detain several local officials tied to extortion and cartel links in western Mexico. At the same time, a high-profile senate leader…
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Trump relies on showmanship and base appeal in State of the Union address
En: Think TanksEconomic Claims and Public Reception President Trump began by citing lower inflation, falling prices, rising stock markets, and more construction jobs, yet many Americans feel unaffordable basics still bite household…
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Building pro-worker AI
En: Think TanksIntroduction: Rising Anxiety in the AI Era Concerns about artificial intelligence and jobs are widespread. Moreover, many workers fear automation will reduce opportunities and wages. Simultaneously, inequality and labor’s income…
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When public participation strengthens – and weakens – domestic governance
En: Think TanksReal Cases Show Participation Can Stall Progress In Massachusetts, strong public support for a major offshore wind farm didn’t prevent years of delay. Similarly, plans to replace an outdated women’s…
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How to create jobs for the world’s 1.2 billion new workers
Demographic Wave and Jobs Gap Over the next decade, 1.2 billion young people in developing economies will reach working age, but only about 400 million jobs are expected to be…
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Is AI sovereignty possible? Balancing autonomy and interdependence
En: Think TanksDefining AI Sovereignty AI sovereignty describes a country’s capacity to control critical AI infrastructure, data and governance decisions without full self-sufficiency. It recognizes that full AI independence is practically impossible…
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The United Nations at 80: Adapting to support the world’s most vulnerable states
En: Think TanksLegacy of Support for Vulnerable Countries Since its founding, the U.N. has maintained relevance for 193 nations and remained focused on protecting the most vulnerable during conflict and humanitarian crises. …
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How China’s Economy Can Pivot to Consumption-led Growth
China’s Growth Context China’s economy showed 5% growth in 2025, reflecting resilience after multiple shocks and strong export performance. However, domestic demand has remained weak, partly due to a prolonged…
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From the halls of the Munich Security Conference
En: Think TanksEnergetic Atmosphere The Munich Security Conference this year felt unusually vibrant, with intense conversations and active cooperation between Europeans and Americans. Rubio’s Speech and European Reaction However, U.S. Secretary of…
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What price for peace in Ukraine?
En: Think TanksOverview of the War Four Years Later Russia’s full-scale invasion started in February 2022, continuing with high casualties and ongoing combat across Ukraine. Peace negotiations persist, but major breakthroughs remain…
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Africa’s new economic transformation: More than manufacturing
Context and Challenge Africa will add roughly 15 million young workers to its labor force every year. Historically, the region failed to grow manufacturing jobs as others did. This limited…
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What comes after New START?
En: Think TanksBackground and Context New START expired on February 5, 2026, ending limits on U.S. and Russian strategic nuclear forces. President Trump aims for a new, improved, modernized arms agreement that…
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From service to cash to service: Back to the future or evolution?
En: Think TanksHistorical Foundations of Social Protection Systems Initially, social protection centered mainly on services and in-kind assistance, especially for people unable to work. As governments developed modern welfare states, income support…
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How the Big Beautiful Bill hurts the care economy
The Care Economy’s Importance The U.S. care economy includes paid and unpaid labor supporting children, elderly adults, and people with disabilities. It grows as the population ages. Moreover, immigrant workers…
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Harnessing the blue economy for growth and prosperity: The Cabo Verde experience
En: Think TanksVision and Opportunity Cabo Verde’s ocean is both a defining feature and vast economic opportunity. The surrounding Atlantic spans more than 200 times its land area, offering enormous potential. This…
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How Mexican cartels are using drones, now and in the future
Drone Use in Criminal Strategy Carteles first adopted drones for reconnaissance, monitoring law enforcement, rivals, and civilian movement patterns. Furthermore, this use expanded into territorial control and intimidation of local…
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Applications Open for the 2026 APEC Healthy Women Research Prize
En: APEC/PECCPurpose of the Research Prize The HWHE Research Prize invites evidence-based projects that explain how women’s health supports economic participation across APEC economies. It promotes robust data and analysis to…
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Seabed zero: Baltic sabotage and the global risk to undersea infrastructure
En: Think TanksCritical Undersea Infrastructure and Vulnerabilities Undersea networks carry nearly all global internet traffic and most military communications. Shallow seas make cables easy targets for anchor damage or deliberate interference. Recent…
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The West vs the West at the Munich Security Conference
En: Think TanksSetting the Stage At the 2026 MSC, global leaders gathered amid growing geopolitical tensions and unease about traditional Western alliances and shared security goals. Rubio’s Address: A New Tone Initially,…
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Fighting Tech-Fueled Crime
Rising Digital Crime Threats Organized criminals increasingly use advanced digital tools and social engineering to defraud and exploit victims across borders. For example, sophisticated crypto scams hide stolen funds through…
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New Skills and AI Are Reshaping the Future of Work
Transformation of Jobs First, technological change has long altered labour markets and now AI accelerates that shift. Consequently, some jobs disappear while others emerge, creating opportunities and challenges at once.…
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Powering Futures, Transforming Jobs in Eastern Indonesia
A New Rhythm to Daily Life in Eastern Indonesia In rural eastern Indonesia, reliable electricity lets families stay active after sunset and children complete homework under steady light. Consequently, small…
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The hidden cost of water in Europe and Central Asia
Energy and Water: A Hidden Burden Delivering safe water in Europe and Central Asia requires large energy inputs, stressing utility finances and national energy systems. This region uses about 10%…
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Strengthening Health Systems in Sahel’s Fragile Communities
Context and Urgency Health and nutrition needs in the Sahel are severe, exacerbated by conflict, weak infrastructure, and limited access to care. Remote clinics often lack staff and supplies, and…
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U.S. – Taiwan Trade Agreement Leaves Major Questions Open
Overview of the Reciprocal Trade Agreement The United States and Taiwan finalized a reciprocal trade pact that cuts tariffs on Taiwan goods and expands market access for U.S. exports. Under…
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Paths Forward After Trump Repeals EPA Greenhouse Gas Protection
Context: EPA and the Endangerment Finding In 2009, a key U.S. environmental rule concluded that greenhouse gases harm public health and welfare, giving the government authority to regulate those emissions.…
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The House Votes to Rein in Trump’s Canada Tariffs
Vote to Reverse Canada Tariffs The House of Representatives voted 219 – 211 to revoke tariffs tied to a national emergency declaration on Canada. Consequently, six Republicans joined nearly all…
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Iran Regime Attempts Creative Negotiating Stance
Context and Diplomatic Setting Indirect nuclear talks between the United States and Iran have begun anew in Oman, adhering chiefly to Iran’s conditions rather than Washington’s demands. These discussions occur…
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Tracking Trump’s Trade Deals
Redefining U.S. Trade Policy Since early 2025, sweeping tariff threats sparked a global rush to negotiate new trade arrangements with the United States. Instead of implementing high tariffs, baseline rates…
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Nukes Without Limits? A New Era After the End of New START
End of Limits The New START nuclear arms control treaty expired on February 5, 2026, ending decades of mutual limits between the United States and Russia. Consequently, both nations now…