Plus, how the American economy is faring, the DRC’s high-stakes election, and global actors in the war in Israel and Gaza.
View in browser
Brookings Brief

December 18, 2023

United Arab Emirates Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber attends the plenary, after a draft of a negotiation deal was released
The successes and failures of COP28

 

“It’s easy to be skeptical in the face of any COP outcome. Governments have a spotty record in translating elevated diplomatic language to adequate practical action. Nonetheless, COP28’s language on transitioning away from fossil fuels marks a milestone in evolving global norms,” says John W. McArthur.

 

At this year’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, leaders from around the world gathered to discuss solutions to climate change and global warming. In a compilation piece, Brookings experts assess the outcomes of this closely watched conference.

Read more
 

How the American economy is faring

Ben Harris on Bloomberg

Brookings Vice President and Economic Studies Director Ben Harris spoke to Bloomberg about President Biden’s economic agenda, the U.S. economy heading into 2024, and what he expects from the Federal Reserve next year.

 

Stay updated on research and analysis on the economy by signing up for our Economic Studies Bulletin.  

 

Events this week

 

The DRC’s high-stakes presidential elections. Amid deep uncertainty and turmoil, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) heads to the polls soon. Today at 10:00 a.m. EST, experts discuss what to watch for in the days leading up to the election and beyond.

 

Global actors in the war in Israel and Gaza. On Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. EST, the Brookings Center on Middle East policy will convene a panel to assess how key countries like Russia, China, India, and Turkey are responding to the conflict.

 
Twitter
Facebook
Instagram
LinkedIn
Brookings

The Brookings Institution,1775 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036

Unsubscribe | Manage newsletter subscriptions 

The conclusions and recommendations of any Brookings publication are solely those of its author(s), and do not reflect the views of the Institution, its management, or its other scholars.