Online conversation hosted by Carnegie's American Statecraft and South Asia Programs featuring contributing authors Catherine Fieschi, Federico Merke, and Zsuzsanna Végh on how right-wing populism is shaping middle-power diplomacy. Part of a new series; registration link provided.
Launch discussion for Carnegie's series 'The Populist Turn in Middle Power Diplomacy' with Christopher Chivvis in conversation with Catherine Fieschi, Federico Merke, and Zsuzsanna Végh about how middle-power populists are reshaping foreign policy.
Think tanks taking stock of the G20 U.S. agenda and preparing for the U.K. handover. In-person at the Baha'i International Community in New York with a virtual registration option.
A Climate Week networking evening focused on 'Buildings as Grid Assets' scheduled for Tuesday, September 22 at 5:30 PM local time. The newsletter links to the event page for more information and registration.
Full-day conference on 'Alliances in an age of disorder' with panels and debates on strategy, alliances and big shocks. Standard ticket listed at $899 (student ticket $499).
Join NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte for remarks followed by a conversation with U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew G. Whitaker, moderated by Chicago Council President Leslie Vinjamuri. The event is in Des Moines, IA, and will be livestreamed. Topics include the future of the alliance and its implications for the United States.
A National Security Dialogue marking BWC@50 on the Biological Weapons Convention and emerging technologies (biotech, AI, synthetic biology). Panel of experts including academics and security specialists, followed by high tea. Organized by Observer Research Foundation in New Delhi.
Annual Women, Peace and Leadership Symposium on “Resilience and New Leadership for the WPS Agenda” during the UN General Assembly high-level week. Speakers include H.E. Maria Benvinda Levi, H.E. José Manuel Albares Bueno, Sahana Dharmapuri, and Sarah Hendriks. Seating is limited and registration (to be shared in September) is required.
A live Carnegie Connects conversation with Aaron David Miller and Helima Croft about the geopolitics and economics of the U.S.-Iran war and its impact on global oil supply, prices, and energy security.
A high-level program on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly during Climate Week NYC, featuring conversations on climate security, the energy transition, and energy and climate policy shifts and priorities of policymakers globally.
A side event during the UN General Assembly High-Level Week (24 Sep 2026) on strengthening parliamentary oversight of rising military expenditures. Organized by SIPRI in collaboration with the Geneva Centre for Security Sector Governance (DCAF) with participation from the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs, the Inter-Parliamentary Union and UN member states.
The 12th Foro Elcano on Global Terrorism will bring academics, experts and practitioners to Madrid to reflect on the evolution and trends of the jihadist terrorist threat and responses to violent radicalization. In-person event at Espacio Bertelsmann.
A conversation on the ethical and humanitarian stakes of armed conflict as technologies (including cyber and hybrid warfare) change how wars are fought. Part of the Ethics Empowered: Leadership in Practice series; public virtual event.
A virtual conversation and panel on the US fiscal outlook, featuring Senator Sheldon Whitehouse with a fireside conversation moderated by Kimberly Clausing, followed by a panel (moderated by Maurice Obstfeld) with Aviva Aron-Dine, Jason Furman, and Oya Celasun. The discussion will examine rising federal debt, persistent deficits, policy challenges, and economic and international implications. Events will be streamed on the PIIE website and YouTube.
A 75-minute dialogue during UNGA High-Level Week with senior government and civil society representatives to assess implementation of the Pact for the Future and identify gaps ahead of the 2028 review.
Closed-door, in-person discussion hosted by CSIS Global Food and Water Security Program on the impacts of the Strait of Hormuz closure, Black Sea violence, and El Niño on global food security. Brings together UN agency leaders, agribusiness, and technology implementers to identify practical solutions. Registration of interest available but space is limited and formal invitations will follow.
A multi-G20 engagement-groups side event during UNGA@81 to reflect on past G20 priorities and shape collaboration for 2026, bringing together G20 Sherpas and engagement groups.
UNGA side event convening G20 Sherpas and engagement group leads to reflect on past G20 priorities and deepen 2026 collaboration. Theme: 'Engaging Diverse Voices in the G20 U.S. for Better Policymaking and Action in Uncertain Times.'
Conversation with Tom Malinowski on values in American foreign policy and the role of new technologies like AI in restoring moral leadership. Part of the IOP Food for Thought Lunch series; Harvard email RSVP required; lunch served.
Economist Luis Garicano presents his new book Messy Jobs and discusses how AI is reshaping labor markets, followed by a conversation with moderator Adam S. Posen and Anna Stansbury. Event is streamed live on the PIIE website and YouTube.
CSIS Trustee Chair Scott Kennedy moderates a virtual panel on the economic-security dimensions of the Trump-Xi summit, covering trade, industrial policy, supply chains, clean tech, cybersecurity, dual-use technologies, and AI. Panelists include Sujai Shivakumar, Philip Luck, Kate Koren, Ilaria Mazzocco, and Lauryn Williams.
CSIS Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics presents Logan Wright discussing his book Broken China on the financial roots of China’s slowdown, followed by a panel discussion with Scott Kennedy (moderator), Dinny McMahon, Tianlei Huang, and Zoe Liu. Reception and book signing to follow. Recording will be available on the event page.
Webinar discussing Africa's use of the Eurobond market and alternatives for sovereign development finance, with case studies and policy discussion. Panel includes experts from African Peer Review Mechanism, Development Reimagined, Finance for Development Lab, and the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa; moderated by SAIIA. Register via the provided Zoom link.
Full-day discussion on Canada–Republic of Korea–Japan defence cooperation. Event hosted in Ottawa with registration via Eventbrite.
A webinar co-organized by IFPRI and the CGIAR Multifunctional Landscapes Science Program discussing policy visibility of food system costs and multifunctional landscapes.
Seminar exploring how climate change affects (im)mobility and legal protection, and how climate mobility intersects with war, poverty and political tensions.
The Fraser Institute's 2026 Atlantic Dinner features a conversation with McCain Foods CEO Max Koeune on the theme "Navigating Global Business." The event will be held at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront on September 29, 2026.
A multi-week Clingendael Academy course on climate diplomacy and international climate engagement, covering policy and engagement strategies.
Historian Thant Myint-U joins Leslie Vinjamuri for a discussion on the challenges to the international system and prospects for rebuilding the foundations for peace. Hybrid event — in-person at the Chicago Council and available virtually.
G20 Trade Ministerial scheduled 30 September–1 October 2026. Listed in SAIIA newsletter without times or venue.
Online panel discussing allied efforts to de-risk rare earth supply chains and the policy options for a coordinated allied approach. Speakers: Dr Naoise McDonagh and Genna Lehman; moderated by Hayley Channer. Hosted by the United States Studies Centre (University of Sydney).
FPRI panel discussion on Japan's implementation of counterstrike authority and its implications for regional deterrence. Speakers include Mirna Galic, Katsuya Tsukamoto, and Zack Cooper.
Virtual launch and discussion of the 29th Geneva Report on the World Economy, covering global imbalances, the role of the dollar, and evolving global liquidity. Presenters include Valentina Bruno, Steven B. Kamin, Cédric Tille, and Ángel Ubide, moderated by Caroline Atkinson. Streamed on the PIIE website and YouTube.
Half-day forum hosted by the MAGNET initiative presenting new survey tools and findings on measuring women’s agency, followed by partner discussions and a closing funders/data-producers panel. Available in-person at IFPRI (Washington, DC) and via livestream.
A public discussion on whether Europe can build coalitions with middle powers (India, Brazil, Turkey) to uphold a rules-based international order. Speakers: Senem Aydın-Düzgit, Happymon Jacob, Felipe Krause; moderated by Dimitar Bechev. Event held at Carnegie Europe with live online participation; part of the Europe in a Changing World project.
A virtual book talk hosted by New America's Power, People, and Planet Initiative featuring Madeleine Schwartz (editor, The Dial) in conversation with Gordon LaForge about the essay collection 'How We See It: The World Looks at America in the Age of Trump.'
A CFR webinar featuring Nicholas J. Cull and Naima Green-Riley on changes in U.S. public diplomacy.
A GCSP executive course (offered jointly with the Global Initiative against Transnational Organised Crime) exploring the impact of organised crime on security policy and responses. Course runs 1–15 October 2026. Application deadline: 22 September 2026. Offered in-person at Maison de la paix and online.
A virtual policy seminar examining how logistical disruptions in the Black Sea are reshaping agricultural markets and global food security. Panel includes market analysts and industry practitioners from IGC, FAO, GAFTA, Ukrainian Grain Association, and private-sector firms. Discussion will cover export routes, transportation and insurance costs, and implications for traders and import-dependent countries.
Release event and conversation on the 2026 Chicago Council Survey featuring Dina Smeltz and John Lapinski. The session examines public opinion on alliances, trade, immigration, and use of military force ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Hybrid (in-person in Chicago and online).
The GCSP Master of Advanced Studies in International Security program runs from 5 October 2026 to 27 May 2027 at Maison de la paix in Geneva. Listed as program dates in the newsletter; daily schedule not provided.
In-person Tiergarten Talk on 5 October 2026 at the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung in Berlin featuring Lars Klingbeil, Laura Chinchilla, Francesca Bria and other international guests. A panel discussion on global cooperation and current international challenges; attendees can submit questions in advance via the event page.
A talk with Branka Panic on ensuring AI’s role in foreign policy increases global peace and prosperity. Presented as an in-person or online event.
GCSP leadership course (#LIMPACT) focused on leading and influencing with impact, 6–15 October 2026. Designed for mid-to-senior level professionals seeking to enhance leadership skills.
PIIE Insider LIVE: a special podcast episode and live conversation hosted by Anjali V. Bhatt with senior fellow Inu Manak on USMCA and North American economic integration. Event will be live on PIIE's stage and streamed via Zoom/YouTube; attendees online can ask questions in real time.
A conversation on Africa’s evolving role in a competitive, multipolar world with Frances Z. Brown, Adam Habib, and Leslie Vinjamuri. Presented by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs in partnership with SOAS University of London. Hybrid attendance (in-person at the Chicago Council and online).
Seminar examining how China, Japan and South Korea influence green transitions, focusing on interactions between international and local political economies and their effect on the pace and direction of green transformation.
Virtual consultation to contribute perspectives and recommendations toward equitable and sustainable governance of critical minerals in the G20 context.
Two-day GCSP programme on transformative technologies and their security implications, 14–15 October 2026. Covers policy and governance challenges posed by emerging technologies.
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.
Pulitzer Prize recipient and NYT Opinion columnist Nicholas Kristof delivers the Malcolm H. Wiener Lecture and joins a conversation on international political economy.
Conference convening cooperative semiconductor research organizations to identify collaboration areas and models for financing and incentivizing international cooperative research.
Virtual panel moderated by CIGI Senior Fellow Mauritz Kop examining preparedness for quantum computing breakthroughs (Q-Day) and the convergence of quantum innovation with AI. Funded by DND's MINDS Targeted Engagement Grant program.
Carnegie Council's flagship Global Ethics Day event convening experts across disciplines to examine re-centering ethics in a fragmented world. Public virtual event.
Daniel Twining, Tamara Cofman Wittes, and Leslie Vinjamuri unpack partisan views on America's role in the world and how Americans want their country to engage internationally.
A multi-day executive-education program focused on geopolitical risk and scenario planning through expert-led discussions and hands-on workshops. Registration deadline: October 16, 2026.