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The Complexities of Calling a Coup a Coup
Why is the U.S. government, and the Department of State in particular, slow to call a coup a coup?
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Why is the U.S. government, and the Department of State in particular, slow to call a coup a coup?
A recent State Department legal analysis highlights the unique roles that the United States plays in interpreting and enforcing maritime law in the South China Sea. This legal diplomacy also illustrates methodological challenges of customary international law.
The State Department must retain the focus of top leadership and continue to work with Congress to ensure the long-term success of its new technology-focused bureau and special envoy.
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Sarah Cleveland is an excellent choice to be legal adviser. She should be confirmed quickly.
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In March, the United States assumed the presidency of the U.N. Security Council for the month. Here’s our brief on the U.S.’s program of work.
The closings of Chinese language and culture centers in the U.S. exacerbate a national foreign language deficit at a time when training mandarin speakers familiar with China should be a national priority.