Chatham House: Independent thinking on international affairs

As the African Union celebrates its 50th anniversary, a collection of resources considers the outcomes of increased political and economic cooperation across the continent, and the AU's future potential.

  • The Chatham House Asfari Fellowship scheme is offering individuals from the Middle East the opportunity to conduct research on challenges facing the Arab world. Closing date: 31 May. More.

  • In the new issue of International Affairs: could the reluctance of rising powers to take on international responsibilities be a source of systemic instability? Read.

  • The Mali intervention may reshape the cultural and political context for French engagement in Africa, in both military and wider political terms, says this paper. Read.

  • The changes in US energy are profound and as a result energy policy should now concentrate on economic and climate priorities, rather than security, says this paper. Read.

  • The biggest challenge facing the US economy is political dysfunction in Washington, said the former US Treasury Secretary at an event on global economic challenges. More.

  • Duncan Brack considers the compatibility of efforts by consumer countries to reduce illegal logging with World Trade Organization rules. Read.

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