Thanks to Stephanie Rutten, Geraldine Wambersie, and the team at AmCham Belgium for hosting an outstanding RANGE forecasting decomposition workshop with business leaders in Brussels, focused on Belgian economic resilience within a volatile transatlantic ecosystem.

New question in the 2026 RANGE College Forecasting Tournament: Will the current ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia still be in effect by March 31, 2026? Go to: www.rangeforecasting.org/challenges/1...

In Munich for #MSC2026? Join us for a screening of Astropolitics on Sat, Feb 14 | 7:30 pm | Amerikahaus. Followed by a discussion with Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno (Ret.), U.S. Space Force, and Juliana Suess (SWP) on competition, innovation & governance in #space. Registration:https://eveeno.com/280134088

Cyprus holds the presidency of the Council of the EU. Check out the new #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive for more information on Nicosia’s vision for the EU for the next six months:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-cypriot-presidency-of-the-council-of-the-european-union

Witnessing Atrocities from Space – Turning Satellite Imagery into Legal Evidence In this latest article Bertelsmann Fellow Sam Arne Whalley explores how space-based remote sensing has become indispensable for conflict monitoring & accountability. www.astro-politics.org/articles/wit...

Now streaming 🎬 White Gold: The Lithium of the Andes The clean-energy transition depends on lithium but its impacts are felt far from climate summits.

The Indo-Pacific’s strategic importance increasingly extends far beyond Earth’s atmosphere. In the newest episode of Indo-Pacific In Focus, Clayton Swope, Namrata Goswami & Marco Aliberti explore the region’s expanding role in space, from security & governance to competition & cooperation in orbit.

The second question in this year's RANGE college forecasting tournament is live! Make sure to make your voice heard: Will U.S. tariffs on imports from South Korea, Japan or Taiwan meet or exceed 20% by March 31, 2026? Submit your forecast here: www.rangeforecasting.org/challenges/1...

After years of deadlock, the EU & India have finally clinched a massive free trade agreement. In “The Long and Winding Road,” Marshall Reid explains why the deal matters, how Trump-era trade politics accelerated it & what it could mean for global trade. www.indo-pacificnexus.org/articles/long

The 2026 RANGE College Forecasting Tournament kicks off with the Indo-Pacific. Our first question is out: Will Sanae Takaichi participate in an official visit to the People’s Republic of China by March 31, 2026?

Venezuela & the U.S. What Now? After Maduro Nicolás Maduro is gone. So, what comes next for Venezuela, and for U.S. power in the region? I

From Orbits to Economies: Why Space Demands Strategy Space is no longer just about exploration; it underpins global security and economic competitiveness. As commercial and geopolitical activity in orbit accelerates, smart rules and effective space diplomacy are essential.

“When it comes to China, the U.S. and Europe have taken parallel approaches. As Satu Limaye points out in the first episode of the Indo-Pacific In Focus, that may be changing". Check out the full episode here: open.spotify.com/episode/3jm0...

One week to go! We’re excited to kick off our 2026 RANGE College Forecasting Tournament. Participants will tackle a series of forecasting questions on the RANGE platform—each designed to test analytical skills, judgment under uncertainty & knowledge of current events.

The Transponder: Washington, D.C., One Year Under Trump II. Host Sam George speaks with @anthroartz.bsky.social about how national power is felt on the ground in a city without full democratic representation. open.spotify.com/episode/5B35...

Stability or succession? New range forecasting question: Will Ali Khamenei remain Supreme Leader of Iran as of June 30, 2026? What assumptions are you making—and what would actually change your view? Submit your forecast: www.rangeforecasting.org #Forecasting #Geopolitics #Iran

New RANGE forecast: Will the U.S. have 1,000+ active-duty troops stationed in Greenland by June 30, 2026? With U.S. rhetoric around owning Greenland—including talk of purchase and not ruling out military options—how likely is a major shift in U.S. Arctic force posture? Submit your forecast!

Ugandans head to the polls today, as opposition leader Bobi Wine challenges long-time president Yoweri Museveni. As the country faces a pivotal moment, Bobi Wine's story offers important context on the stakes of today’s election. Watch his story here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21LvodY2NK4

“Even with war raging on its doorstep, Europe can’t afford to ignore developments in the Indo-Pacific." To explain why, here’s Benedetta Girardi from @hcss.bsky.social in episode 1 of the Indo-Pacific In Focus:

After nearly 250 years of U.S.-Maltese friendship, we are thrilled to add the U.S.-Malta module to the Transatlantic Periscope. In partnership with the University of Malta, the module offers curated expert commentary on the latest bilateral developments. Learn more at shorturl.at/Al93d

“Despite its distance, the Indo-Pacific is increasingly crucial for the futures of both the U.S. and Europe." In the inaugural episode of the Indo-Pacific In Focus, Shihoko Goto @gotoindopacific.bsky.social explains why:

Applications Are Open: 2026 Bertelsmann Foundation Fellowship! Ready to shape the future of transatlantic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific? The 2026 Bertelsmann Foundation Fellowship invites professionals from the public and private sectors across North America, Europe, and Asia to apply.

Happy Holidays to all our friends, colleagues & partners!

New The Transponder Episode: Washington & Ukraine Host Samuel George speaks with Tyson Barker about the war in Ukraine, shifting U.S. support, Europe’s security challenges, and the broader geopolitical stakes shaping the transatlantic future. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIf0LA58hc1SHORHctHaw

Calling all college students! Happy Holidays! To kick off the new year, we’re excited to announce the launch of a new RANGE Forecasting College Tournament, starting January 26, 2026.

How does the AfD’s new youth wing help dismantle Germany’s political firewall with the far-right? Learn about Generation Germany in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social here: bit.ly/4532R2q

Will private companies mine the Moon? Some see Helium-3, an isotope rare on Earth but abundant on the lunar surface, as the most profitable resource beyond Earth’s atmosphere because of its application in nuclear fusion & quantum sciences. 👀 our latest article: www.astro-politics.org/articles/moon

How to Fix Democracy | New Episode! In the latest episode of How to Fix Democracy, Andrew Keen speaks with @milleridriss.bsky.social — leading extremism scholar, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab to explore one of democracy’s most fragile foundations: trust.

The Race for Critical Minerals: In the heart of Indonesia — the world’s largest source of nickel — a new global battle over clean-energy minerals is transforming landscapes, communities, and the geopolitics of the green transition.

Our RANGE forecasting project was on the road last week in Greece exploring the future of Europe as a power in space. www.rangeforecasting.org

This year’s bellwether elections in Romania and Moldova were impacted more than ever by voters living abroad. Check out our latest B|Brief from Zac Stoor about the need to consider the diaspora to strengthen democratic resilience in both countries: bit.ly/44bwaQ7

The 🎧Transponder is live. Episode 1 dives into the geopolitics of outer space—where national rivalry, private-sector growth, and new security risks are reshaping life on Earth.

Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on #startups and #innovation is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are supporting their innovation ecosystems: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives

Iron in the Fire: Sanae Takaichi has navigated her first challenges as Japan's PM. But with a weakened party at home & rising threats abroad, will the country's first female leader be able to maintain her position? Read Marshall Reid's latest article: www.indo-pacificnexus.org/articles/iron

Life on Mars – Dream or Political Failure? Elon Musk calls it “life insurance for humanity,” but François Buffenoir asks: Is Mars colonization really about survival—or a sign we’ve given up on Earth?

Our latest infographic shows two distinct visions of space exploration to the Moon & beyond, one led by the United States and the other led by China. The future of humanity’s presence in space will be influenced by these competing values. Learn more at astro-politics.org #space #moon

Travis Todd, Co-founder & Director of Silicon Allee, spoke with us about what defines a #startup, in which industries startups are seeing the most growth, policies to foster startup growth & what defines American & European approaches to supporting startups. www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...

We are pleased to announce the launch of the www.indopacificnexus.org tracking the region’s evolving dynamics and its complex linkages to the transatlantic world.

The Transatlantic Barometer is zooming in on one of today’s biggest growth engines: #startups. Our latest indicator breaks down investment trends, ecosystem strengths, and business environments across 30 countries + the EU.

On a rare rainy night in LA, an amazing audience gathered in Santa Monica for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS, followed by a wonderful conversation with Mandy Vaughn, CEO of GXO, Inc., Tom Glynn & @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social . Grateful to everyone who braved the weather & traffic to be with us!

Navigating Europe’s Space Governance As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews

Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #Arctic is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are approaching policymaking at the North Pole:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-arctic

A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics! Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!

Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.

Expert interviews are invaluable additions to all Barometer topics, and gives insights into the current state of affairs. Check out our full Barometer Expert Interview Series, starting with our Transatlantic Migration interview with Dr. Andrew Selee: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0V-...

ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub

Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!

Infographics bring Barometer data to life! Use our infographics feature to see how 30 countries & the EU perform in key policy areas, including the surpluses & deficits of transatlantic trade. Check out the trade indicator & all our infographics here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/topic/transa...

Season 4 | Leadership in Action opens with Marwan Muasher former Jordanian Foreign Minister & Jordan’s first Ambassador to Israel. Presented in collaboration with Aspen Ministers Forum @aspeninstitute.bsky.social the series spotlights global leaders reflecting on defining moments in their careers.

The Barometer’s Compare feature allows user to directly match up two countries’ policy positions across topics. As the AI race heats up on both sides of the Atlantic, check out our Artificial Intelligence indicator to learn more about how transatlantic countries stack up: shorturl.at/2GYjM