Chhangani Quoted in The Banker Article Explaining that New Pakistani Laws Now Allow Registered Virtual Asset Service Providers to Hold...
The Banker cited Chhangani to explain that Pakistan has enacted new legislation permitting registered Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) to maintain bank accounts within the country. The law introduces a licensing framework, mandatory anti‑money‑laundering (AML) controls and aligns the regime with Financial Action Task Force (FATF) expectations. Previously, VASPs were barred from formal banking, forcing them to rely on informal channels. The change is expected to unlock liquidity, attract foreign crypto firms and integrate digital‑asset services with the traditional financial system.
Atlantic Council Front Page Event with U.S. Trade Rep. Jamieson Greer Cited in Bloomberg on the Issue of Transshipment Under...
Bloomberg reported that U.S. imports worth roughly $300 billion have been rerouted through third‑country transshipment to sidestep tariffs imposed under the Trump administration. The practice exploits a loophole in the United States‑Mexico‑Canada Agreement (USMCA) that allows goods to retain preferential status...
CBDC Tracker Cited in Reuters Article Reporting India’s CBDC Tests
A Reuters piece on India’s central bank digital currency (CBDC) tests referenced the Atlantic Council’s CBDC Tracker, underscoring the tracker’s role as a go‑to source for real‑time project data. The article highlighted India’s ongoing digital rupee pilot, which is testing...
Chhangani’s CIPS Data and Lipsky Cited in NY Times Article
The New York Times cited Atlantic Council experts Alisha Chhangani and Josh Lipsky in a piece on China’s Cross‑Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) and its growing role in Iran’s trade. Chhangani’s data show CIPS transaction volumes with Iran surged to...
Donovan and Nikoladze Cited in FXStreet Article Stating that Central Banks Building up Gold Reserves to Shield From Sanctions or...
In a recent FXStreet analysis, Atlantic Council experts Kimberly Donovan and Maia Nikoladze highlighted a surge in central‑bank gold purchases. They argue that banks are stockpiling the metal to hedge against potential sanctions and a looming financial crisis. The commentary...
Chhangani’s CIPS Data and Lipsky Cited in Article by The Economist Discussing the Positive Impacts of the America-Iran War on...
The Economist cited research from Chhangani and Lipsky showing that the ongoing America‑Iran conflict has boosted the adoption of China’s Cross‑Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS). Data indicate a roughly 40% jump in CIPS transaction volume as Iranian firms seek alternatives...
Lichfield’s Testimony Quoted in House of Lords’ International Relations and Defense Committee’s 3rd Report of Session 2024–26
Charles Lichfield, senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, was quoted in the House of Lords International Relations and Defense Committee’s third report for the 2024‑26 session. His testimony emphasized the urgency of bolstering UK defence spending, deepening NATO interoperability, and...
Mühleisen’s Interview with Luxembourgish Minister Pierre Gramegna Featured in a European Stability Mechanism Article
The Atlantic Council published an interview conducted by Mühleisen with Luxembourg’s Finance Minister Pierre Gramegna, focusing on the European Stability Mechanism (ESM). Gramegna outlined Luxembourg’s support for strengthening the ESM’s capital framework and expanding its crisis‑response tools. He also stressed...
Atlantic Council Front Page Event with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga Featured in Reuters Article on Funds for Countries...
World Bank President Ajay Banga announced at an Atlantic Council Front Page event that the institution could mobilize up to $100 billion to support countries devastated by war. The proposed financing package would combine concessional loans, grants, and guarantees to spur...
Banque De France Governor François Villeroy De Galhau’s Speech From the Atlantic Council Featured in Banque De France Article
Banque de France Governor François Villeroy de Galhau delivered a speech at the Atlantic Council that was subsequently highlighted in a dedicated Banque de France article. He underscored the strategic value of a robust transatlantic partnership for monetary stability, digital‑currency...
What Orbán’s Defeat in Hungary Means for the Western Balkans
Viktor Orbán’s surprise defeat on April 12 ends a 16‑year era in which Hungary acted as the Balkans’ chief patron of illiberal regimes. Under Orbán, Budapest funneled roughly $1.6 billion in foreign direct investment into the region, backing Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić, Chinese‑financed...
Annual Report 2025/2026: Financial Summary
The Atlantic Council released its 2025 financial results, marking the latest snapshot of the think‑tank’s fiscal health ahead of an audit. The report outlines revenue streams, asset positions, and the diversity of its donor base, emphasizing continued growth and broader...
Charai for The National Interest: Judge Jared Kushner by What He Changed
The National Interest piece, authored by Atlantic Council analyst Ahmed Charai, assesses former White House adviser Jared Kushner by the concrete policy shifts he engineered during his tenure. It highlights Kushner’s role in brokering the Abraham Accords, reshaping U.S. aid to...
In Renegotiating the USMCA, Mexico Should neither Rush nor Stall
The United States‑Mexico‑Canada Agreement (USMCA) entered its mandatory review on March 16, prompting Mexico to weigh three strategic paths: pursue ambitious tariff protections and deeper supply‑chain ties, settle for the status quo, or accept a rushed deal that could harm its...
The Shadow Fleet Is Undermining the Maritime Order More Brazenly than Ever
In 2026 Baltic Sea nations, France, India and others intensified inspections, detaining more shadow‑fleet vessels than ever before. Russia responded by deploying naval escorts for shadow ships through the English Channel and Baltic Sea, while Iranian vessels continued to evade...