This week in policy: 71 events across 29 topicsWeek Ahead
Washington, DC
Oct 9, 2026 @ 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (EDT) · 1h 30m
Hybrid
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) - Global Health Policy Center

A CSIS and WashU Bursky School of Public Health convening on the role of universities in connecting research evidence to policy action. Part of the 'Better Ways of Knowing' project; speakers to be announced. The event will be held in person in Washington, DC and webcast; a recording will be available on the event page.

Virtual
Oct 9, 2026 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

A Kennan Institute conversation with WSJ reporters Drew Hinshaw and Joe Parkinson about their book Swap: A Secret History of the New Cold War, focusing on the 2024 prisoners' exchange and the practice of keeping and exchanging hostages in Russia.

L-166, Institute of Politics, Harvard Kennedy School, Cambridge, MA
Oct 9, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (EDT) · 1h
In Person

Conversation with Whitley Yates on political identity, coalition building, and the future of American politics. Lunch will be served; must register with a valid Harvard email address.

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung, Berlin, Germany (assumed)
Oct 11, 2026 @ 1:00 PM – Oct 12, 2026 @ 6:00 PM (CEST) · 1d 5h
In Person

Annual International Conference for Political Communication covering national and international developments in political communication, recent elections, campaigns and future strategies. Multi-day event starting 11 Oct 2026 at 13:00 local time.

Level 1, 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Oct 12, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – Oct 13, 2026 @ 10:59 AM (UTC+11) · 23h 59m
In Person

Dean Godson (Director, Policy Exchange) will discuss 'Is Britain Broken? Growth, Order and the Fracturing of British Politics.' Booking details to be released.

Virtual
Oct 12, 2026 @ 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM (UTC) · 1h 30m
Online

Online panel discussion on the EU's options for defending economic interests and pursuing strategic autonomy amid rising geopolitical economic competition. Panelists include Elvire Fabry, Alicia García-Herrero, Maaike Heijmans, and Mario Holzner; moderated by Dietmar Schweisgut.

Virtual
Oct 12, 2026 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

Virtual consultation to contribute perspectives and recommendations toward equitable and sustainable governance of critical minerals in the G20 context.

William J. Perry Conference Room, Stanford University
Oct 12, 2026 @ 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM (PDT) · 1h 15m
In Person

Principals Series conversation moderated by Dr. Oriana Skylar Mastro with Lt. Gen. George B. Rowell (Deputy Commander, US PACOM) on Chinese coercion, industrial base integration, and U.S. partnerships in the Indo-Pacific. Session under Chatham House Rule.

Shultz Auditorium, Hoover Institution, Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Oct 12, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM (PDT) · 1h 15m
In Person

An in-person lecture by Peter Berkowitz on reclaiming liberal education in America. Held at Shultz Auditorium on the Hoover Institution campus.

TBD
Oct 13, 2026 · time not announced
Hybrid

Bruegel event titled 'Priorities and trade-offs for the next round of EU banking reform' scheduled for 13 October 2026. No time, location, or format details provided in the email; registration link provided.

Virtual
Oct 13, 2026 · time not announced
Online

Seminar (13 Oct 2026) within the DECRIPT project on the information policy of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, featuring Sophia Mahroug and other participants; the session can be followed online with prior registration. No specific start/end times were provided in the announcement.

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Oct 13, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Oct 15, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (CDT) · 2d 23h 59m
In Person

Three-day Aspen Ideas: Economy event with mainstage conversations, roundtables, and immersive experiences anchoring economic discussions in people and place.

Stimson Center, 1211 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC & Online
Oct 13, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM (EDT) · 1h
Hybrid

A Stimson panel examining the Sahel’s humanitarian emergency, shifting external partnerships, civilian protection, access constraints, and U.S. policy implications. Features speakers from Amnesty International, Carnegie Endowment, and Stimson.

Land Hall, Belfer-400 (4th Floor), Harvard Kennedy School, Cambridge, MA
Oct 13, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (EDT) · 1h 30m
In Person

A moderated panel examining the 2026 Israeli legislative election, featuring Anwar Mhajne, Eran Schwartz, and Barak Sella; moderated by Edward Djerejian.

23 Great Smith Street, Westminster, London SW1P 3DJ
Oct 13, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (BST) · 2h
In Person

Next Generation drinks and a talk from Baroness Fox on why free speech matters. Doors open at 18:00; event is for under-35s and includes refreshments.

Bangkok and Virtual
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (UTC+7) · 23h 59m
Hybrid

Hybrid session on aggregation and intermediation to scale private infrastructure finance, exploring roles for MDBs and DFIs. Offered by ODI Global.

Bangkok, Thailand
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (UTC+7) · 23h 59m
In Person

In-person ODI panel addressing trade imbalances, resilient supply chains and the UK G20 presidency priorities, held in Bangkok.

Bangkok, Thailand
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (UTC+7) · 23h 59m
In Person

Session on country experiences of maintaining growth and resilience under IMF programmes, with focus on Asia and Africa. Hosted by ODI Global in Bangkok.

Virtual
Oct 13, 2026 @ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

A CFR Religion and Foreign Policy webinar on the shifting landscape of U.S. foreign aid and the role of faith-based organizations, featuring Margaret Schuler (World Vision), Michelle Strucke, and moderated by Sam Vigersky.

Malkin Penthouse, Harvard Kennedy School, Cambridge, MA
Oct 13, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (EDT) · 2h
In Person

Networking night for undergraduates to meet young alumni working in public service, ask questions, and receive career advice. Harvard undergraduates only.