Phyllis Bennis

Washington, D.C.

Political Commentator, Writer at Freelance

Fellow, Institute for Policy Studies

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Articles

Radical Socialist Statement on Operation Sindoor

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

The Indian Armed Forces have launched Operation Sindoor which has carried out strikes in as many as nine places spread over three cities in Pakistan occupied Kashmir and Punjab province while a counter-strike by Pakistan, also to be condemned, has led to lives lost in Poonch. All this is an extremely worrisome development, though not entirely unexpected.
And Yet We Exist // Pero Sí Existimos

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

And Yet We Exist shows the struggle of the communities of Torres de la Paz against the U.S. company Vulcan, which, in its arbitration claim for more than US$1.5 billion against Mexico, denies the very existence of affected communities in the region. The documentary exposes the reality of investor-state panels, where transnational corporations can demand multimillion-dollar compensation from countries for expected but unrealized profits.
Pero Sí Existimos | Transnational Institute

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

Pero Sí Existimos shows the struggle of the communities of Torres de la Paz against the U.S. company Vulcan, which, in its arbitration claim for more than US$1.5 billion against Mexico, denies the very existence of the affected communities in the region. The documentary exposes the reality of investor-state panels, where transnational corporations can demand multimillion-dollar compensation from countries for expected but unrealized profits.
NATO Summit 2025: Counter Summit – 21 & 22 June | The Hague | Transnational Institute

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis |Niamh Ni Bhriain |David Swanson

Brochure ‘No NATO War Summit’ For more detailed background on the NATO summit, including the alliance’s evolving role, rising tensions within and around NATO, its connections to military spending, the arms industry, and nuclear weapons policy, we recommend reading the comprehensive brochure by Stop Wapenhandel.
Green Industrial Policy

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

The climate crisis and changing global geopolitics demand a fundamental rethinking of economic and social development. In this context, the resurgence of 'green' industrial policy means both threats and opportunities. TNI’s Green Industrial Policy work explores how countries in the Global South can design sustainable, just, and effective industrial strategies suited to their own contexts and political projects.
Challenges and prospects for ‘green’ industrial policy in the Global South

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

The resurgence of industrial policy in the agendas of national governments, international development bodies, and philanthropic funding agencies worldwide marks a significant departure from decades of market fundamentalism. However, this renewed interest has primarily centred on policy strategies launched by the United States, Europe, and China, and analytical frameworks that fail to address most Global South countries’ distinct challenges.
Pero Sí Existimos // And Yet We Exist

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

Pero Sí Existimos shows the struggle of the communities of Torres de la Paz against the U.S. company Vulcan, which, in its arbitration claim for more than US$1.5 billion against Mexico, denies the very existence of the affected communities in the region. The documentary exposes the reality of investor-state panels, where transnational corporations can demand multimillion-dollar compensation from countries for expected but unrealized profits.
Fishing for Justice | Transnational Institute

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

The Fisher People Tribunal, hosted by Masifundise and Coastal Links, marked the first People’s Tribunal in South Africa focused specifically on fisher people and their communities. This grassroots initiative created a powerful space for truth-telling, resistance, and solidarity, highlighting the deep-rooted injustices faced by traditional fishing communities.
GDAMS 2025 Appeal

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

Militarism is clearly fuelling all these wars and violence, but despite calls to move away from weapons and violence to peace negotiations and disarmament, governments are doubling down on a recipe for disaster by significantly increasing their military budgets. Instead of seeking paths toward peace by investing in diplomacy, humanitarian aid, and conflict resolution, they’ve decided to hand out more and more money to the arms industry.
Lisa Natividad: NATO Is Destroying My Island for Its War Games

1 month ago | tni.org | Phyllis Bennis

A broad alliance of organisations and activists is organising a counter-summit and demonstration opposing NATO, taking place in The Hague on June 21 and 22. In the days leading up to the NATO summit, the coalition aims to amplify a critical, alternative voice. The event will culminate in a public demonstration against the NATO war summit, with a diverse range of participants expected from both the Netherlands and abroad. Join the Countersummit: https://www.tni.org/en/event/no-nato-war-summit