Welcoming Russians Who Refuse to Fight
October 3, 2022 | Encouraging and supporting those who refuse to participate in an unjust mission deserves greater attention as a potential means of countering Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine.
Articles by David Cortright
End the Korean War and Stop the US-China Arms Race
July 14, 2022 | Rising tensions in East Asia between the United States and China make another catastrophic war just one incident or accident away.
Strengthening Multilateral Defense of Human Rights in the Americas
April 9, 2015 | At this year's Summit of the Americas, member countries should work for a resolution to the political crisis in Venezuela alongside an end to U.S. sanctions on the country.
Failed Sanctions on Iran
February 2, 2012 | Economic sanctions have not persuaded Iran to give up its nuclear program, so it's time to try something different.
Overseas Private Investment Organization
July 1, 1999 | The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), a wholly owned government corporation established in 1971, provides taxpayer-backed loans, loan guarantees, and insurance to U.S. businesses for investments in "politically risky" countries.
Export-Import Bank
July 1, 1999 | The Export-Import Bank (Eximbank) is an independent U.S. government agency established in 1934 to create jobs through exports.
Taxing Overseas Investments
January 1, 1998 | Tax policy becomes foreign policy when companies operate outside their headquarters country and are subjected to tax laws of multiple jurisdictions.
Investment Funds
August 1, 1997 | Investment funds, established to provide capital for private enterprises and sponsored by government agencies and multinational institutions, are increasing in number every year.
Export Promotion Programs
May 1, 1997 | Washington’s increasing focus on promoting international investment and trade is evident in the smorgasbord of assistance offered to U.S. exporters.