This week in policy: 49 events across 24 topicsWeek Ahead
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.

Weimar, Germany
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Oct 16, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (CEST) · 2d 23h 59m
In Person

Multi-day Socrates seminar bringing diverse participants to reflect on the ethics of war and questions of cause and conduct.

SVA Classroom, Hohbach Hall, Cecil H Green Library (1st floor), Stanford University
Oct 13, 2026 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (PDT) · 1h
In Person

Private discussion with Ambassador Gediminas Varvuolis on current security and foreign policy challenges in Lithuania and the Baltic region, moderated by Rimvydas Baltaduonis. Registration required by Oct 9.

Maison de la paix, Chemin Eugene-Rigot 2D, Geneva, Switzerland
Oct 14, 2026 @ 2:00 AM (CEST)
Hybrid

Two-day GCSP programme on transformative technologies and their security implications, 14–15 October 2026. Covers policy and governance challenges posed by emerging technologies.

The Hague, Netherlands
Oct 14, 2026 @ 2:00 AM – Oct 19, 2026 @ 1:59 AM (CEST) · 4d 23h 59m
In Person

The conciliation commission constituted under UNCLOS will hold its next meeting between October 14 and 18, 2026, in The Hague to establish the scope of proceedings between Thailand and Cambodia over overlapping maritime claims.

CSIS Headquarters, Washington, DC or Virtual
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM (EDT)
Hybrid

A two-day executive-education course examining how technology and innovation shape U.S. geopolitical priorities, covering U.S.-China tech competition, trade weaponization, energy security, AI, and quantum technologies.

Aspen, Colorado
Oct 14, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Nov 4, 2026 @ 10:59 PM (MDT) · 21d 23h 59m
In Person

A four-week moderated discussion series in Aspen using readings to explore values and ideas shaping modern society on the listed dates.

London
Oct 14, 2026 @ 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM (BST) · 1h 30m
In Person

Exclusive breakfast briefing by Matt Fussa, Vice President, Trust and Compliance, Cisco Systems, on the transition to AI-powered cybersecurity.

Valia Hotel, Sukhumvit 24, Bangkok; Livestreamed
Oct 14, 2026 @ 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM (UTC+7) · 1h 15m
Hybrid

CGD presents new research on China's engagement with multilateral development institutions followed by a panel discussion with Chinese and non-Chinese perspectives. Hybrid event in Bangkok with livestream.

Valia Hotel, Sukhumvit 24, Bangkok and Livestreamed
Oct 14, 2026 @ 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM (UTC+7) · 1h 15m
Hybrid

A CGD panel discussion on how low-income countries can maintain macro and debt sustainability while investing in growth amid reduced aid, higher borrowing costs, and shifting IMF financing. Features CGD senior fellows and senior policymakers; also livestreamed.