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The latest from the institute’s fellows writing about Greece, West Africa, LGBTQ+ issues in Taiwan, youth culture and society in South Korea and Russians fleeing the war in Ukraine. Sign up for emails to follow their research.
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The Dutch paradox: drugs, dignity and peace
How the Netherlands effectively balances personal freedom and public order.
South Korea’s young people are fed up with party politics
Tired of being excluded and ignored, activists are working to ‘seize power’ from elites
Forcing a ‘Russian law,’ Georgia’s government is complicating EU prospects
A year after major street protests forced the ruling party to back down over ‘foreign agents’ legislation, it’s bent on success this time, Tbilisi-based ICWA fellow Aron Ouzilevski says.
Earthquake response burnishes Taiwan’s international reputation
ICWA fellow Edric Huang witnessed the largest quake to hit the island in 25 years.
EU reforms asylum system but core problems remain
ICWA fellows on the push factors driving migrants to Europe and voter support for stricter control.
Advancing understanding of global cultures and affairs
The Institute of Current World Affairs has sent outstanding young professionals abroad to acquire deep understanding of international societies for over 99 years. They have become some of America's leading experts on global cultures and affairs.
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