North America Research Desk
Our North America team is focused on North American affairs, including analysis on shifts in foreign policy, defence posture and military alliances are examined as well as trade, technology, and energy policy.
Reports
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Seizing the Seafloor: Examining the U.S.’s Deep-Sea Minerals Policy and Strategy since the Executive Order 14285; Unleashing America’s Offshore Critical Minerals and Resources
December 02, 2025 - Written by Isabella Oedekoven Pomponi
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The United States Lifts Sanctions on Syria After Almost Five Decades
June 03, 2025 - Written by Ethan Joyce
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Turmoil at USAID: The USAID Restructuring Under the Trump Administration Examined
March 09, 2025 - Written by Isabella Oedekoven Pomponi
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Trump’s Isolationism and Effects on Climate Change Efforts
Feb 06, 2025 - Written by Adina Jung
Heads of Research Desk
Jake Southerland
Co-head of North America Research Desk
Ethan Joyce
Co-head of North America Research Desk