Plus expert analysis on China's influence operations and new webinars to watch next week.
September 5, 2020 Editor's note: The Brookings Brief will take a break for the Labor Day holiday in the United States. Look out for the next edition in your inbox on Tuesday, September 8. |
| Essential workers during COVID-19: At risk and lacking union representation "As the United States prepares to celebrate Labor Day, it is crucial to think about ways to provide essential workers with more of a voice at work, both during this pandemic and beyond." Jimmy O'Donnell explains how workplace conditions have changed since COVID-19 struck and how private-sector labor unions can provide an avenue to raise pressing concerns on workplace safety. Read more |
| COVID-19 and China's information diplomacy in Southeast Asia Whereas China has adopted an aggressive approach to influence operations in some parts of the world, its tactics toward Southeast Asia have been more cooperative. Audrye Wong details how China is attempting to display a more "benevolent" Beijing in the region and whether this approach has been successful. Read more |
Upcoming webinars to watch |
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