Middle East Perspectives with Senior Fellow Dafna H. Rand.
Dafna H. Rand joined Brookings to study the Middle East and North Africa. She highlights the urgency of ending the war in Gaza, the importance of Israel and its alliances, and criticizes the mistaken decisions of the U.S., such as the invasion of Iraq. She focuses on the U.S. influence in the region to promote prosperity and peace.
United Nations: Solving Global Challenges for Humanity
The inaugural episode of ‘Foresight Africa’ highlights the role of the UN at the 80th General Assembly, with reflections from leaders on global peace, sustainable development, and multilateral cooperation. Achievements such as the fight against poverty and the empowerment of women are highlighted.
Maximizing the Impact of Prescription Drug Inflation Rebates
Federal lawmakers use inflation rebates to lower drug prices, forcing pharmaceutical companies to pay when prices rise faster than inflation. These rebates do not apply to drugs sold to patients with commercial insurance, but states could impose their own requirements to fill this gap, avoiding legal challenges.
Ukraines Energy Sector: A Crucial Frontline in the War Against Russia
Ukraine’s energy sector, inherited from the Soviet era, faces modern challenges and dependence on Russian sources. Since the 2014 Revolution, Ukraine has been integrating with the EU and reforming its energy sector. The 2022 Russian invasion sought to cut off electricity, but Ukraine showed resilience. Prior to 2022, the sector was opaque and dominated by monopolies.
The macroeconomic impact of aging, the EU’s migration policy and pension expenditure
Population ageing in the EU generates fiscal pressure, lower growth and increased pension costs. Employment-focused migration is crucial to counteract these effects. The EU must rely on high levels of net migration to mitigate the economic effects of ageing.