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These are articles on current events that could be useful as sources for debate speeches. These will be periodically updated to reflect new events.
International Policy: Transatlantic Alliance

I recommend looking at sections two and three to read about changing alliances between Europe and America.
​June 23, 2025
Credit: Brookings Institution
Economics: The impact of gender equality.

This uses statistical analysis to show the impact of gender equality on economic growth.
June 4, 2025
Credit: Brookings Institution
Impacts of AI in US-China relations

This article gives an overview of emerging AI tech and its possible impact on the economies and relations between global superpowers.
June 18, 2025
https://www.brookings.edu/articles/how-will-ai-influence-us-china-relations-in-the-next-5-years/
Credit: Brookings Institution
A History of Tension in Taiwan

This article talks about the history of Taiwan relations with the US and China and its recognition as a sovereign nation, as well as escalating military tensions in Taiwan.
March 19, 2025
https://www.cfr.org/backgrounder/china-taiwan-relations-tension-us-policy-trump
Credit: Council on Foreign Relations
Economic Impacts of Climate Change

This article discusses the impact of climate change on countries' economies. It shows a good impact that can be used for environmental arguments.
May 13, 2025
https://www.cfr.org/article/climate-change-affecting-economy-proving-so-challenge
Credit: Council on Foreign Relations
All About the Newest Frontier: Space

This article discusses diplomatic and militaristic strategies that can be employed to negotiate actions in space.
June 18, 2025
https://www.csis.org/analysis/rethinking-rules-engagement-space
Credit: Center for Strategic and International Studies