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A chance to go inside Council on Foreign Relations events. Listen to world leaders and foreign policy experts discuss and debate the most pressing issues in international affairs.
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On COP30 and the Future of Climate Negotiations
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As leaders gather in Brazil to discuss international climate policy at this year’s COP30 summit, major questions remain regarding a warming climate and investments in renewable energy. In this conversation, experts discuss the future of global climate negotiations and reflect on lessons learned from past climate diplomacy, including the legacy of t…
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The Post-COP30 World of Energy Technology, Competition, and Cooperation to Address the Climate Crisis
Former U.S. Secretary of State and former U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry discusses the state of global and U.S. climate policy, the opportunities and challenges of advancing energy innovation, and the potential for economic growth through clean technology leadership. For those attending virtually, log-in information and inst…
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On the Rise of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
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Measles, whooping cough, and other vaccine-preventable diseases are on the rise around the world. Cuts to foreign aid, coupled with growing vaccine hesitancy, and persistent gaps in vaccine access are fueling outbreaks in poor and wealthy nations alike. In this conversation, global health experts discuss the drivers of these outbreaks and the solut…
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Following President Trump’s trip to Asia last week, CFR fellows discuss the outcome of bilateral trade dialogues with the leaders of Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea; takeaways from talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping; and the future of the United States’ economic relationships in the region.
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Jessica Bissett, senior director of government engagement at the National Committee on United States-China Relations, examines how subnational engagement shapes U.S.-China relations and what these dynamics mean for local economic resilience amid ongoing trade tensions. Zongyuan Zoe Liu, the Maurice R. Greenberg senior fellow for China studies at CF…
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Qatar is home to the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East and maintains deep economic ties with Washington, cementing its status as a critical on-NATO ally. But this September, that partnership was put to the test when Israel, largely funded and supported by the United States, launched an attack on Qatar’s capital, Doha. In this conversati…
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As leaders gather in Brazil to discuss international climate policy for COP30, panelists discuss the future of global climate negotiations and reflect on lessons learned from past climate diplomacy efforts, including the legacy of COP3's 1997 Kyoto Protocol.The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Kyoto is now playing at Lincoln Center Theater…
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Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discusses Qatar’s regional role, including its mediation efforts in Sharm El Sheikh and its response following the Israeli attack in Doha.For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the …
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Panelists discuss and share advice on navigating different foreign policy career pathways in both the public and private sector.The CFR Young Professionals Briefing Series provides an opportunity for those early in their careers to engage with CFR. The briefings feature remarks by experts on critical global issues and lessons learned in their caree…
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Panelists discuss the new frontiers of intelligence gathering, examining how emerging technologies are transforming espionage, expanding its reach to the public domain, and reshaping the future of U.S. national security.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion …
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On U.S. Military Leadership in a New Era of Defense
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As great-power competition intensifies and the prospect of conflict with China looms, military strength, technological innovation, and cooperation with allies are essential to ensuring U.S. national security. General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., 21st chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discusses the most pressing geopolitical challenges facing the Uni…
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Representative Jim Himes discusses threats to America’s national security and the role of the intelligence community in safeguarding American interests.For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register.…
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Measles, whooping cough, and other vaccine-preventable diseases are on the rise around the world, and cuts to foreign aid, coupled with growing vaccine hesitancy, and persistent gaps in vaccine access are fueling outbreaks in poor and wealthy nations alike. Global health experts discuss the drivers of these outbreaks, the solutions that can advance…
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As the war in Ukraine nears its fourth year, uncertainty is growing over the future of international support. Meanwhile, mounting pressure on Russia’s economy and an increase in high-tech, drone-centric warfare continue to bolster Ukraine’s defense. Experts from Ukraine and Europe discuss international financial initiatives to support Ukraine’s rec…
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In its important new report, U.S. Economic Security: Winning the Race for Tomorrow’s Technologies, the CFR Task Force on Economic Security finds that strategic competition over the world’s next generation of foundational technologies is underway, and U.S. advantages in artificial intelligence, quantum, and biotechnology are increasingly contested. …
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General Charles Q. Brown, Jr. discusses the most pressing geopolitical challenges facing the United States and the world today and reflects on the lessons learned throughout his distinguished career.Log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those…
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Publisher and Chairman of the New York Times AG Sulzberger discusses the importance of press freedoms, the future of the New York Times, and lessons learned from his career in journalism.Log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who registe…
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Panelists discuss the latest updates regarding the conflict in the Middle East and its long-term implications for the region.
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Representative Adam Smith discusses his vision for U.S. global engagement, defense, and diplomacy, and shares his insights as ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the e…
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Bob (Xiqiu) Fu, founder and president of ChinaAid; Louisa C. Greve, director of global advocacy for the Uyghur Human Rights Project; and Cynthia Sun, senior researcher at the Falun Dafa Information Center, examine the Chinese government’s policies towards ethnic and religious minorities, exploring their implications for international human rights, …
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On Navigating Crises Inside the Situation Room
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U.S. Department of State officials are the foremost representatives of U.S. interests around the world, helping to manage relationships with foreign governments, international organizations, and the people of other countries. Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Dean of Columbia University’s School of International and Public A…
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Panelists discuss international financial initiatives to support Ukraine’s reconstruction and revitalizing its infrastructure and economy in the aftermath of Russia’s military aggression.This event is part of the Council’s Special Initiative on Securing Ukraine’s Future which provides timely, informed analysis and practical policy recommendations f…
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We invite you to a special screening of the new American Experience film, Kissinger, followed by a panel discussion on diplomacy, foreign policy, and global leadership.The film offers an incisive portrait of Henry Kissinger, a prominent figure who served in the highest levels of American diplomacy. It traces his life from his childhood in Hitler’s …
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The Paul C. Warnke Lecture on International Security is dedicated to the memory of Paul C. Warnke, member and director of the Council on Foreign Relations. The series commemorates his legacy of courageous service to our nation and to international peace.
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In September 2025, the U.S. Federal Reserve approved a quarter-point interest rate cut. The move came amid a softening labor market, above-target inflation, heightened uncertainty about Trump’s trade and tariff policy, and other conditions that present significant challenges to monetary policymakers. Against this backdrop, Susan M. Collins, the pre…
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Senior Counsel for Trade and Manufacturing Peter Navarro discusses U.S. economic strategy under the Trump administration, including America First policy, tariffs, and manufacturing.For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the evening before the e…
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Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda discusses the organization’s strategic priorities for advancing sustainable development across Asia and the Pacific. He also shares insights on the region’s development outlook and ADB’s evolving approach to development finance amid mounting debt burdens, environmental pressures, and external shoc…
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UN High Commissioner Volker Türk On Human Rights
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From Sudan to the war in Gaza, 2025 has seen the continuation of major humanitarian crises across the globe. Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, examines a range of these crises, while also exploring issues such as financing, reform, and declining multilateral consensus. This conversation was hosted by the Council on Foreign Relatio…
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa On Trade, Reform, and the BRICS Alliance
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Long before Trump retook the Oval Office, policymakers were concerned that South Africa's growing ties with Russia and China could undermine Washington’s strategic interests in the region. Against the backdrop of these concerns, President Cyril Ramaphosa examines South Africa’s domestic priorities, its bilateral trade relations with the United Stat…
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Canadian PM Mark Carney On NATO, Trade, and the Middle East
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The U.S.-Canadian relationship boasts a history of cooperation, peaceful borders, and strong trade ties. However, the partnership has come under strain during the second Trump administration, in part due to sweeping tariffs that have called into question Canada’s economic ties to Washington. Against this backdrop, Prime Minister Mark Carney discuss…
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On U.S. National Security Challenges
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Since the start of the second Trump administration, the National Security Council (NSC) has seen its staff reduced from around 350 employees to fewer than 100, with dozens of policy experts abruptly dismissed or placed on administrative leave this May. Former U.S. National Security Advisors Thomas E. Donilon, Stephen J. Hadley, and Susan E. Rice un…
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Former UN Undersecretary-General Sigrid Kaag discusses the state of humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the role of the international community in supporting relief efforts. Background Reading: Malnutrition has reached alarming levels in Gaza, with famine declared in the territory’s most populated region. As Israel continues to block aid from enter…
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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller discusses the U.S. economic outlook in the year ahead.The C. Peter McColough Series on International Economics brings the world’s foremost economic policymakers and scholars to address members on current topics in international economics. This meeting series is presented by the Maurice R. Greenberg Center…
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