Ian Bremmer

Ian Bremmer is a foreign affairs columnist and editor-at-large at TIME. He is the president of Eurasia Group, a political-risk consultancy, and GZERO Media, a company dedicated to providing intelligent and engaging coverage of international affairs. He teaches applied geopolitics at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, and his most recent book is The Power of Crisis.

Recent Articles

Why Ukraine's Stalemate Will Likely Last Another Year

Ian Bremmer on why Ukraine's stalemate with Russia is unlikely to break in the next year.

By Ian Bremmer

Gaza Invasion Will Not Make Israel Safer

Netanyahu should understand that the Israeli invasion of Gaza will make Israel less safe. 

By Ian Bremmer

Poland’s Unexpected Political Shift

Ian Bremmer on why the EU is delighted by Poland's surprising election result.

By Ian Bremmer

Taiwan Eyes China as China Eyes Taiwan

Even if Taiwan’s upcoming election doesn’t go Beijing’s preferred way, a Chinese invasion remains highly unlikely. But an expected deterioration in China-Taiwan relations is bad news for both sides.

By Ian Bremmer

Why There’s Still Hope for Ukraine’s Food Exports

"Moscow is aware it now has real PR problems in poorer countries," writes Ian Bremmer.

By Ian Bremmer

Iran Is the Middle East's Most Dangerous Tinderbox

Ian Bremmer on the myriad problems and pressures that Iran faces today

By Ian Bremmer

How the World Must Respond to the AI Revolution

The problem of AI goes beyond any institutions today. We need a global response, writes Ian Bremmer

By Ian Bremmer

Erdogan Is Facing His Biggest Test—Even If He Loses Turkey's Election

As Turkey goes to the polls on May 14, the question is if Erdogan will win or lose and what he'll do after

By Ian Bremmer

China’s Ambitious Plans in Antarctica have Raised New Suspicions

China's latest construction work in the South Pole is further causing tensions with the U.S., writes Ian Bremmer.

By Ian Bremmer

Why China Won't Invade Taiwan Anytime Soon

Even as tension ratchets up, it's unlikely that China will invade Taiwan imminently, argues Ian Bremmer

By Ian Bremmer

Erdogan's Political Reign Has Never Been on Shakier Footing

Seismic shifts, literal and figurative, are threatening President Erdogan's grip on power for the first time in 20 years, writes Ian Bremmer.

By Ian Bremmer

What Big Shifts in East Asian Geopolitics Mean for the World

What Xi's Russia visit and South Korea and Japan's rapprochement means for the changing geopolitical landscape

By Ian Bremmer

Why Netanyahu Faces His Biggest Political Challenge Yet

Netanyahu is trying to change Israel’s Supreme Court. He’s going to need all the help he can get, writes Ian Bremmer.

By Ian Bremmer

China's Fraught Peace Plan to End Ukraine War

China's quest to be a global problem-solver reveals a dangerous game, writes Ian Bremmer.

By Ian Bremmer

What's at Stake in the Nigerian Elections

On February 25 Nigeria holds a presidential election. Ian Bremmer on who's running and what they face

By Ian Bremmer

The Attack on Brazil's Democracy Is Not Over

The January 8 attack on Brazil's government may have failed, but its new president will face an ongoing struggle

By Ian Bremmer

The Top 10 Global Risks of 2023

From Ukraine to Xi Jinping to the energy crunch, Ian Bremmer on the top global risk for the world in the coming year

By Ian Bremmer

Pakistan's Poisonous Politics

After the assassination attempt on Imran Khan, Pakistan's tense politics are certain to only get worse

By Ian Bremmer

Lula Will Govern a Different Brazil Than When He Was Last in Charge

Ian Bremmer on what Brazil's President Lula faces after defeating Bolsonaro

By Ian Bremmer

Macron Faces a Political Struggle in France

Ian Bremmer on the domestic political struggle for French President Emmanuel Macron

By Ian Bremmer
More from TIME
More From TIME