Concentric assesses the C5+1 summit represents a significant opportunity for the U.S. to deepen engagement in Central Asia, countering Russian and Chinese influence. The durability of any agreement will likely depend on sustained, coordinated allied support, and management of political, regulatory, and operational risks in the region.

Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) latest Ebola outbreak represents a significant regional health

