
Elisabeth Braw
Senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, focusing on national security threats.
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Feb 8, 2025 • 31min
How to win a trade war
Tina Fordham, a geopolitical strategist and founder of Fordham Global Foresight, dives into the complex implications of tariffs. Historian Alex von Tunzelmann shares intriguing tales from trade conflicts like the Chicken War, illustrating their diplomatic fallout. Elisabeth Braw, from the Atlantic Council, discusses how current trade wars reflect a retreat from globalization, highlighting the emotional struggles of citizens. Together, they unpack whether today's economic tussles are unique or just part of a larger pattern against global interconnectedness.

Nov 14, 2024 • 29min
European defence in the new Trump era
Heather Conley, a senior advisor at the German Marshall Fund, Elisabeth Braw from the Atlantic Council, and Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, dive into the uncertainties of European defense post-Trump's victory. They explore NATO's challenges, especially the struggle for fair defense spending among member states. The conversation examines Trump's transactional approach and its impact on Europe’s military readiness, alongside the rising threats from Russia and the need for stronger alliances amid changing geopolitical landscapes.

Jun 25, 2025 • 23min
How crucial is the Strait of Hormuz to global oil supplies?
Elisabeth Braw, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, dives into the pivotal role of the Strait of Hormuz in global oil supply. She discusses its significance as the only maritime route for crude oil exports from the Gulf and the economic threats posed by potential disruptions. Braw highlights Iran's reliance on this strait for its oil exports and touches on geopolitical tensions affecting regional stability. The conversation reveals how these dynamics could reshape global oil markets and trade relations, especially with major players like China.