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New Books

• Maximalist by Stephen Sestanovich

  Maximalist finds lessons in the past that anticipate and clarify our chaotic present, revealing the history of U.S. foreign policy in an unexpected new light. More

• By All Means Necessary by Elizabeth C. Economy and Michael Levi

  This clear and authoritative book presents a sweeping account of China's global resource quest and the unrivaled expansion of its economy. More

• No Exit from Pakistan by Daniel S. Markey

  The story of the tragic and often tormented relationship between the United States and Pakistan, and a call to prepare for the worst, aim for the best, and avoid past mistakes. More

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Independent Task Force Reports

• North America: Time for a New Focus

  This Independent Task Force asserts that elevating and prioritizing the U.S.-Canada-Mexico relationship offers the best opportunity for strengthening the United States and its place in the world.

• Defending an Open, Global, Secure, and Resilient Internet

  This Independent Task Force report finds that as more people and services become interconnected and dependent on the Internet, societies are becoming increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks.

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New Council Special Reports

• Limiting Armed Drone Proliferation by Micah Zenko and Sarah Kreps

  The authors argue that it is essential to begin working now to expand and establish rules and norms governing armed drones, thereby creating standards of behavior that other countries will be more likely to follow.

• Reorienting U.S.-Pakistan Strategy by Daniel S. Markey

  The author examines Pakistan's complex role in U.S. foreign policy and advocates for a two-pronged approach that works to quarantine threats while integrating Pakistan into the broader U.S. agenda in Asia.

• Afghanistan After the Drawdown by Seth G. Jones and Keith Crane

  The authors assess the political, security, and economic challenges facing U.S. policymakers in Afghanistan and evaluate a range of policy options.

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2014 Annual Report

Highlights From 2013–2014

Learn more about CFR’s mission and its work over the past year in the 2014 Annual Report. The Annual Report spotlights new initiatives, high-profile events, and authoritative scholarship from CFR experts, and includes a message from CFR President Richard N. Haass.
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