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June 10, 2020

The Pacific Council has launched a new platform for our member-written commentary and analysis. We are unveiling the Pacific Council Magazine, where you can find pieces written by our members on local-to-global topics, plus member spotlights and recaps and recordings from our events. Bookmark the new Pacific Council Magazine at pacificcouncil.online.

All previously published Newsroom articles are available below in the Newsroom Archive.

Please note that all upcoming events will still appear at our main website, pacificcouncil.org, or by visiting the Activities menu above.

May 20, 2021

CONTINUING OUR COLLABORATION ON FOREIGN REPORTING WITH USC

September 17, 2020

A GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA'S LOCAL-TO-GLOBAL BALLOT MEASURES

November 15, 2017

The Mekong River: A Natural Resource As Strategic Terrain

China can use its influence on the Mekong River to realize its geopolitical goals, writes Sam Casella ahead of our inaugural Water Conference.

November 13, 2017

Water Solutions to the Displacement Crisis in the Mid East

Sound governance structures and public service regulations can help mitigate water management stressors on municipal water systems and services, write Todd Diamond and Basil Mahayni ahead of our inaugural Water Conference.

November 10, 2017

Global Beat: Trump Visits Asia, Saudi Power Shuffle and More

This week, President Trump visits Asia on his fourth foreign trip; 17 Saudi princes and officials are arrested in corruption sweep; COP23 climate conference kicks off in Germany; and more.

November 10, 2017

What to Expect at the COP23 Climate Summit in Bonn

With the COP23 Climate Summit now underway in Bonn, Germany, Pacific Council member Jesse Medlong lays out the major themes that observers can expect to see play out at the conference.

November 3, 2017

Are We On the Verge of the Chinese Century?

China’s economic and military power continue to grow, as does its international influence as U.S. influence wanes. But the country also faces enormous challenges, writes Ira Kasoff.

November 3, 2017

Global Beat: Uzbekistani Terror, Climate Refugees, and More

This week, the terror attack in New York draws attention to the spread of ISIL and the growth of religious extremism in central Asia; New Zealand announces visa proposal for climate refugees; South Korea and China resume normal relations after yearlong THAAD tension; and more.

November 1, 2017

Water Stress, Instability, and Violent Extremism

Water stress and conflict in a number of fragile states in the Middle East and Africa are becoming more visible and carry worldwide implications, writes Marcus DuBois King.

October 31, 2017

Insights from Members Weekend 2017

Members Weekend was filled with discussions ranging from the resurgence of nationalist populism and climate refugees to Mexico's 2018 presidential election and Russia's geopolitical ambitions. Read the notable insights!

October 27, 2017

Global Beat: South Sudan Crisis, Xi Cements Power, and More

This week, U.S. Ambassador to the UN Nikki Haley is evacuated from South Sudan due to protests; Xi Jinping solidifies his power during China's 19th Communist Party Congress; Spain and Iraq move to suppress Catalonia’s and Kurdistan’s independence movements; and more.

October 25, 2017

Representative Karen Bass: Africa is a Land of Opportunity

The U.S. government and U.S. companies need to step up their economic activity on the continent of Africa as a way of strengthening the capacity of Africans to resolve long-standing issues on their own, said Representative Karen Bass (D-CA) during her keynote discussion at Members Weekend 2017.

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