Foreign Policy Analyst

Caroline Zhou

Caroline Zhou is a student at Carleton College studying Political Science and International Relations with a Minor in Middle East Studies. Originally from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, she is well-versed in foreign affairs, political philosophy, and public policy through her studies at Carleton and the University of Oxford, research experience at the Georgetown Center for Contemporary Arab Studies, and various study broad experiences through programs including the US State Department's National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) and The School for Ethics and Global Leadership.

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Nuclear Deterrence in Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

July 26, 2026

This brief examines the evolution of nuclear deterrence from its Cold War origins to its role in contemporary foreign policy. It evaluates major theoretical frameworks, identifies emerging challenges—including multipolarity, artificial intelligence, and alliance credibility—and proposes policy options to strengthen deterrence while reducing escalation risks.

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The Role of NATO in Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

July 1, 2026

This brief focuses on the critical role that NATO plays within foreign policy, laying out the organization’s history, structure, and beliefs and analyzing potential solutions to the current challenges it faces today.

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Immigration in Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

May 17, 2026

This brief covers various immigration issues across the globe today. It dives into the challenges of immigration policy, the impact of immigration on the global balance of diplomatic relationships, potential policy solutions, and the long-term effects of immigration on youth looking forward.

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China-Taiwan Relations Escalate

Foreign Policy

April 12, 2026

This brief will cover current China-Taiwan tensions rooted in historical conflicts, its global implications, and potential solutions moving forward.

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