Big Issues in 2014—Foreign Policy

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In The Media

Big Issues in 2014—Foreign Policy

Growing instability in Iraq, coupled with the ongoing violence in Syria, could cause serious trouble for regional U.S. allies and even foreshadow a significant shift in the region.

By David Rothkopf

Published on Jan 8, 2014

Source: Radio New Zealand

Speaking on Radio New Zealand, Carnegie’s David Rothkopf discussed his predictions for the big issues in international relations for 2014. He commented that the situation in Iraq could have a destabilizing effect on the already unstable region, including Syria and U.S. ally Jordan. He warned that what it going on in Syria and Iraq could foreshadow serious shifts in the region.

This interview was originally broadcast on Radio New Zealand.

About the Author

David Rothkopf

Former Visiting Scholar

David Rothkopf was a visiting scholar at the Carnegie Endowment as well as the former CEO and editor in chief of the FP Group.

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Carnegie does not take institutional positions on public policy issues; the views represented herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Carnegie, its staff, or its trustees.

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