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A New Wave of Foreign Assistance: Innovative Financing and the Power of Commercial Diplomacy

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:36:59 EDT

Jacob Helberg and Jeremy Lewin discuss the administration’s approach to reshaping U.S. foreign assistance through innovative financing mechanisms and public-private partnerships to drive sustainable investment and meet evolving global challenges.

Please note there is no virtual component to this meeting.

2026 International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings Curtain Raiser

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:04:50 EST

CFR members are invited to a special off-site invitation-only event at the International Monetary Fund.

Ahead of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses the outlook for the global economy, key policy priorities for member countries, and the agenda and goals for the week ahead. This event is hosted in partnership with the International Monetary Fund.

Upon arrival, all visitors are required to go through security screening and present a government-issued (e.g. driver’s license/passport/UNLP) photo ID to receive a visitor pass. This process might take up to 15 minutes.

Please note seating is very limited and there is no virtual component to the meeting.

CFR Fellows' Book Launch Series: The Infinity Machine

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:37:20 EST

In The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence, Sebastian Mallaby examines the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) through the story of Demis Hassabis, a pioneer whose work has helped place AI at the center of scientific and geoeconomic competition. Through extensive interviews with Hassabis as well as conversations with his collaborators, critics, and rivals, Mallaby traces Hassabis’s path from a chess prodigy in North London to a leader in the race to develop artificial general intelligence. Written for anyone concerned with the forces reshaping technology, industry, and global power, this book explores the promises of advanced AI as well as the growing debates about its long-term consequences.

The CFR Fellows’ Book Launch series highlights new books by CFR fellows.

Please note that members will receive an offer to claim a complimentary copy of this book, and copies will be available for purchase at the event.

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.

Religion and Foreign Policy Webinar: Faith and Democracy in Venezuela

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:00:42 EDT

Laura Cristina Dib, Venezuela program director at the Washington Office on Latin America, and Antonio Gallardo, bishop-elect of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, discuss how religious communities, leaders, and institutions are shaping public discourse around the ongoing political crisis in Venezuela, as well as the broader implications for human rights and democratic governance in the country. Roxanna Vigil, international affairs fellow for national security at CFR, moderates the discussion.

U.S.-China Relations and the Global Economy

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:12:23 EDT

Panelists discuss the implications of U.S.-China relations on the international economy, including how tariff negotiations, supply chain restructuring, and technological competition impact global business. President Donald Trump’s meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, originally scheduled for March 31, was postponed and will now take place on May 14 and 15. This meeting is presented in partnership with CFR’s China Strategy Initiative. This meeting will be held in New York, Washington, and on Zoom. 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.

Community Responses to the Conflict with Iran

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:30:37 EDT

Ray Takeyh, the Hasib J. Sabbagh senior fellow for Middle East studies at CFR, speaks about the U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran, regional effects, and implications of the conflict for Iranian communities throughout the United States. Priscilla Rice, communities reporter at KERA, speaks about her experience covering diaspora responses to the Iran war in North Texas and best practices for journalists reporting on this subject for local audiences. The host of the webinar is Carla Anne Robbins, senior fellow at CFR and former deputy editorial page editor at the New York Times.

A Conversation With Admiral William H. McRaven

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:41:50 EDT

Admiral William H. McRaven commanded the forces that killed Osama bin Laden and captured Saddam Hussein. Twenty-five years after 9/11, he reflects on the military campaigns that defined a generation: what worked, what didn't, and the legacy of the war on terrorism.

This meeting is not for attribution. Participants are free to make use of the information shared at the meeting but may not attribute any quotes or content to any speakers or participants.

Please note there is no virtual component to the meeting.

This event is made possible by the generous support of the Sue and Edgar Wachenheim Foundation.

2026 World Food Prize Laureate Announcement and Discussion

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:44:00 EDT

Following the announcement of the 2026 World Food Prize Laureate(s), recipient of the prestigious $500,000 award, panelists discuss how finance, science, and geopolitics are reshaping global food security, and what policies can strengthen our resilience against climate shocks, supply disruptions, and growing strategic competition. Awarded by the World Food Prize Foundation, the World Food Prize is the preeminent global award recognizing individuals who have enhanced human development and confronted global hunger through improving the quality, quantity or availability of food for all.

Reading the Public: American Attitudes Toward U.S. Foreign Policy

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:06:23 EDT

Panelists examine what Americans think about U.S. foreign policy, drawing on recent polling and survey data to explore public attitudes toward the United States’ role in the world. Speakers will analyze results from the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer, Gallup's World Affairs survey, and 2025 Reagan National Defense Survey. 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.

A Conversation With Sebastian Gorka

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:47:35 EDT

Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka discusses the administration’s priorities for addressing counterterrorism threats, including ongoing challenges posed by Jihadist networks and the Iran war. Please note there is no virtual component to the meeting.

Critical Minerals From the Ground Up

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:48:58 EDT

Heidi Crebo-Rediker, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, discusses the findings from her recent report, Leapfrogging China’s Critical Minerals Dominance. She highlights the national security implications of supply chains for critical minerals and the levers available to spur innovation, attract investment, and strengthen domestic processing and manufacturing capacity. Tom Burns, executive director of the Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development, outlines Nevada’s strategic investments in infrastructure for critical minerals and its role in shaping U.S. economic and defense priorities.

Assessing the 70th UN Commission on the Status of Women

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:36:24 EST

Panelists discuss the primary theme of the 70th UN Commission on the Status of Women, ensuring access to justice and addressing legal discrimination, as well as the implications of proposed UN reforms for women and girls. This meeting is presented in partnership with CFR's Women and Foreign Policy program.

A Conversation With Anwar Gargash

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:33:54 EDT

Dr. Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the president of the UAE, discusses the rapidly evolving conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States and its implications for the Middle East, including the diplomatic and security challenges facing Gulf states.

The Geoeconomic Ripple Effects of the Iran War

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:17:18 EDT

Panelists discuss the ongoing geoeconomic consequences of the conflict in Iran, including global energy flows and oil prices, economic development and AI buildout in the Gulf region, sanctions on Russia, and inflation and interest rates as markets respond. This is a virtual meeting through Zoom. 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. This meeting is presented by the Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies.

Iran’s Internal Dynamics and U.S. Objectives

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:53:25 EST

Panelists discuss Iran's current political climate, concerns for civilians on the ground, and how the rapidly evolving internal dynamics are shaping U.S. objectives as well as broader regional and international considerations. This is a virtual meeting through Zoom. 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.

What’s Next for Trade and Tariffs?

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:25:01 EST

Panelists discuss recent developments in U.S. trade policy and where it is heading. This meeting is made possible by the generous support of Robert Pozen. 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.

Term Member and Young Professionals Screening and Discussion of "Jean Monnet, Europe’s Adventurer"

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:43:37 EST

A special screening of the documentary Jean Monnet, the Adventurer of Europe, followed by a panel discussion on Monnet’s legacy and its relevance for international cooperation today. The film examines the astonishing life of Jean Monnet, a self-taught businessman who became a key architect of European integration and is often referred to as the “Father of Europe.” Built around unpublished archives and a rarely broadcast interview conducted shortly before his death, it explores Monnet’s role in coordinating Allied cooperation during the two world wars, advancing postwar European unity, and strengthening transatlantic ties. Monnet’s life and work offer insight into the development of international institutions and collective action in the twentieth century. The documentary will be shown in French with English subtitles. Please note there is no virtual component for this meeting.

Council Special Report: Leapfrogging China’s Critical Minerals Dominance—How Innovation Can Secure U.S. Supply Chains

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:11:59 EST

The launch of the new Council Special Report, Leapfrogging China’s Critical Minerals Dominance: How Innovation Can Secure U.S. Supply Chains, will feature a fireside chat with Assistant Secretary of Energy Audrey Robertson, followed by a panel discussion with report contributors. Speakers will discuss the need for a U.S. critical minerals strategy that accelerates innovation and develops emerging technologies to leapfrog China's dominance of global supply chains. Please register for all the sessions you wish to attend. 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. This meeting is presented by the Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies.

Building National Security Capacity and Policy: A Conversation with Christine Wormuth

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:10:36 EST

A Conversation With Elbridge Colby

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:05:50 EST

Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby discusses the U.S. National Defense Strategy under the Trump administration. 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.

Young Professionals Briefing Series: The Best and Worst Decisions in U.S. Foreign Policy

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:21:49 EST

For two-and-a-half centuries, the United States has faced a challenging world. Some of its responses have bolstered U.S. interests and values. Others have not. CFR asked members of the Society for Historians of American Foreign Relations what they considered the best and worst U.S. foreign policy decisions. This event will discuss the results of the project. To mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S. declaration of independence, CFR is dedicating a year-long series of articles, videos, podcasts, events, and special projects that will reflect on two and a half centuries of U.S. foreign policy. Featuring bipartisan voices and expert contributors, the series explores the evolution of America’s role in the world and the strategic challenges that lie ahead. 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 careers. These events are intended for individuals who have completed their undergraduate studies and have not yet reached the age of thirty to be eligible for CFR term membership. We are pleased to extend this invitation to you through the recommendation of a CFR member. 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.

Media Briefing: What Comes Next After the U.S. and Israeli Strikes on Iran

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:01:42 EST

CFR experts assess the United States and Israel’s strikes on Iran, examining the implications for the region and U.S. policy. Ahead of the briefing, read analysis from Elliott Abrams, Max Boot, Steven A. Cook, Elisa Catalano Ewers, Linda Robinson, and Ray Takeyh on the impact of the February 28 operation.