In a world defined by the turbulence of shifting policies and geopolitical currents, our work is grounded in what endures: collective wisdom.
We are driven by a conviction that to build a better future, we must look to the world beyond borders. At Arete News, we work to illuminate the unseen realm of international organizations and vital trove of data, research, and expertise they hold.
Our work is centered on shared facts, recognizing that a common, verified reality is the only foundation for effective global cooperation. While these institutions are often perceived as slow-moving, wasteful, or opaque, their work contains essential insights that shape our shared planet.
We believe that to solve global challenges, we must first tap into these hidden insights from the organizations and agreements that underpin and shape the way we share our planet.
Our mission is to advance facts that underpin the strategy needed to navigate this essential landscape. We equip public policy professionals, institutional investors, and researchers with the verifiable facts and clear-sighted analysis they need to stop guessing, know the rules, and make decisions that drive impact.
Our perspective is unique, a blend of precision and purpose. Founded by journalists and climbers, we approach every story with the same respect for the facts and commitment to the truth as a high-altitude ascent.
We believe courage and clarity are essential to reporting on what matters. As astronaut Nick Hague once said, "International cooperation is so important … it is what’s going to propel humanity into the future."
This is why our name is Arete. It’s our ethos. In ancient Greek, it means "excellence" and "knowledge." In French, an arête is a sharp ridge. We are guided by both meanings: the pursuit of journalistic excellence and a sharp, elevated perspective on the world’s most critical issues.