Council President Ivo Daalder joined Young Professional members to discuss our year thus far and what to expect as we look ahead to the spring.

Evan Feigenbaum, vice chairman of the Paulson Institute, discusses the emergence of Asian economic powerhouses, and the new political and economic institutions across the Asia-Pacific region.

Legal experts Alberto R. Coll and Mary Ellen O'Connell debate the use of drone strikes as a central part of US counterterrorism efforts.

"Mama” Aleta Baun, who saved her people from the brink of a devastating mining and deforestation campaign, and Regan Pritzker discuss the relationship between indigenous peoples and land in the face of a rapidly shifting climate.

An expert panel discusses the situation on the ground in Syria and the policy implications of the global refugee crisis.

Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer, Jon Meacham, describes what today’s leaders can learn from George H. W. Bush’s beliefs, values, and leadership philosophy.

When an outbreak or natural disaster hits a community, women—both at home and in the hospital—are often the first to respond. Examine the unique challenges women face as they battle diseases around the world.

A panel of experts examines how cities can maintain their cultural and competitive edge and maximize the benefits of global integration while minimizing risks.

Robots are now performing functions as diverse and sophisticated as surgery, disaster response, and combat. How are robots set to impact the work around us and what developments lie on the horizon?

Today's global food system is coming to be characterized by heightened food price volatility. Council senior advisor and former head of USAID Rajiv Shah explains the intricacies of the global food price paradox.