Afghanistan Experts

Michael Kugelman

Deputy Director and Senior Associate for South Asia

"Afghanistan is facing a pivotal moment. We’ve heard this before, but it’s never been more true today. The final U.S. withdrawal, unprecedented Taliban gains, and a floundering peace process underscore just how much Afghanistan’s future hangs in the balance."

Abraham Denmark

Director, Asia Program; Acting Director, Hyundai Motor-Korea Foundation Center for Korean History and Public Policy

The 21st century will be defined by what happens in Asia. It is the source of incredible economic growth and tremendous upward potential, but is also riven with uncertainty, tension, and competition.

Matthew Rojansky

Director, Kennan Institute

U.S.-Russia relations are in a deep and likely enduring crisis, the worst since the depths of the Cold War.