In a world of shifting policies, our work is grounded in what endures: facts. We are driven by a conviction that to build a better future, we must look to the world beyond borders. At Arete News, we strive to illuminate the unseen realm of international organizations and the shared knowledge they hold. While these institutions are often perceived as slow-moving, wasteful, or opaque, their work contains a vital trove of data, research, and expertise.
We believe that to solve global challenges, we must first tap into these hidden insights from the organizations and agreements that both underpin and shape the way we share our planet. Our mission is to provide public policy professionals and researchers with the verifiable information they need to navigate this essential, yet often-overlooked, landscape.
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 that courage and clarity are essential to reporting on what truly 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.