The Complex Challenge Trump 2.0 Presents to Beijing
Dr. Yu Jie, Senior Research Fellow on China, Asia-Pacific Programme, Email Yu X, LinkedIn. The world awaits with anxiety the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20th, and nowhere more so than in China. The expectations of China’s strategic community regarding the direction of U.S.-China relations over the next four years range from fatalism to […]
Major Bill Hurdles Complicate Charitable Giving
The Act One Big Beautiful Bill proposes changes to tax deductions for charitable donations, adding complexity and potentially reducing contributions. It suggests a 100
Do Americans Still Relocate for Jobs?
Interstate migration in the U.S. has decreased, and experts like Andrea Foschi and others suggest that, unlike before, regional economic differences, rather than workers, are the critical factor. Labor migration is crucial to address local economic impacts, and immobility and economic dynamics are essential for state policies.
Protecting Privacy in the Google Search Case
The DOJ proposes data access requirements and privacy protections for Google’s personalized AI services, requiring de-identification and prohibiting re-identification. The EU and the FTC also emphasize the importance of privacy in data exchange, although current measures are insufficient in the face of the growing evolution of AI services.
Crucial Elections in Latin America: Second Half of 2025
In 2025, Latin America will have crucial elections in Bolivia, Honduras, Chile, and Argentina, with political fragmentation and the rise of trumpist discourses. In Bolivia, instability could arise, in Chile, Matthei might win, in Honduras, Nasralla could win, and Argentina could undergo political renewal. The region faces uncertainty due to minority governments and fragmented parliaments.