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A curated selection of thought-provoking events from the Council on Foreign Relations, featuring expert panels, keynote conversations, and global policy discussions.

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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 chair... more

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. ... more

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... more

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 prese... more

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Amelia Marchand
Executive Director of the Indigenous-led LIGT Foundation and expert in cultural and natural resource management.
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Dario Amodei
CEO and co-founder of Anthropic
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Elise Labbitt
2024-25 Edward R. Murrow Press Fellow at CFR, journalist specializing in US foreign policy and global affairs.
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Bobby Allen
Technology correspondent at NPR reporting on big tech, startups, social media, and AI.
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Nathan Colvin
Army strategist focusing on stability policing and multi-domain operations
Episode: Young Professionals Briefing With CFR Military Fellows
Kat Duffy
Senior Fellow for Digital and Cyber Space Policy
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Episode: CFR-Brookings Institution Election 2024 Virtual Public Event: Technology and Electoral Dynamics
Elaine Kamark
Senior Fellow in Governance Studies and Director of the Center for Effective Public Management
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Episode: CFR-Brookings Institution Election 2024 Virtual Public Event: Technology and Electoral Dynamics
Gary Edson
Former Deputy National Security Advisor and Deputy Economic Advisor to President George W. Bush, involved in the creation of MCC
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Ambassador Lynne Young
The Ambassador of Belize to the United States, representing Belize's interests and engagement with MCC
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4.0 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • Antisemitic

    Accusing Israel of genocide or ethnic cleansing shows an ignorance of the meaning of those terms. Or they use over the top rhetoric to express their antisemitism. That would fit with CFR’s routine antisemitism

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  • Tune in to the American foreign policy council

    CFR is comprised of antisemites who can’t bother to research the subject before they mouth off

    CFR represents the Davos elites leftist agenda. The American Foriegn Policy Council represents the honest American interest. I have been going through the last couple of years podcasts and they have proven far more accurate in their predictions than has CFR.

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    This Ken
    United Statesa year ago
  • Tune in to the American foreign policy council

    CFR represents the Davos elites leftist agenda. The American Foriegn Policy Council represents the honest American interest. I have been going through the last couple of years podcasts and they have proven far more accurate in their predictions than has CFR.

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    This Ken
    United States2 years ago
  • CFR is an anti American hate group.

    CFR is an anti American hate group. They lie and deceive in order to advance the leftist elites that feel entitled to rule and impose their will on the world.

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  • Taiwan:

    If there is any question what would happen to Taiwan after a Chinese takeover, just look at what the Chinese Government is trying to do in Hong Kong. Xi Jinping lied as to how Hong Kong would be governed and he will lie on any, so called, agreement on the disposition of Taiwan after Chinese takeover.

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On Ukraine’s Reconstruction
Q: What do you expect will be the hardest things and the most difficult things in negotiations with the European Union?
We're ready for discussions on how to gain access to the European market, even as we work towards applying necessary standards.
On Ukraine’s Reconstruction
Q: How much input are you actually getting on those negotiations?
It's important for Ukraine to decide what's better to procure and focus on military support, while cooperation with European partners continues.
On the Future of the U.S. Economy
Q: What are you seeing from your lens? And what's the discussion right now at the Fed around the health of the housing market?
Housing is incredibly important to individuals and households, and access and affordability challenges can impact participation in the economy.
On the Future of the U.S. Economy
Q: Which specific data will you be looking at, especially as there's been some concerns about the fragility in the jobs market right now?
I think it's really important not to overemphasize any particular readings, but to look holistically at the statistical and qualitative data.
On the Future of the U.S. Economy
Q: What would your response be to that? How do we understand whether that inflation risk is still there?
I do think the inflation risks are there and we need to balance that with continued attention to labor market conditions as well.

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