The Chicago Council for Global Affairs

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The Chicago Council on Global Affairs is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to empowering you to help create a more open and promising world for all. We put you at the center of conversations on global challenges, amplify your views on critical issues, and illuminate our world and how we are all connected.
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Video Series World Review with Ivo Daalder
NATO Summit, French and British Elections, Iran’s New President
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Kim Ghattas, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.
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As NATO Reaches 75th Year, Americans Say It Is Still Essential to US Security
RESEARCH Public Opinion Survey
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Blackwill and Fontaine on the US Pivot to Asia and the Rise of Chinese Power
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ChicagoGlobal

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Are economic ties to China a strength or weakness for Illinois? Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi weighs in.
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In a Q&A, Rep. Krishnamoorthi talks about Illinois’ trade relationship with China and how local businesses should navigate strained U.S.-China ties — and even help shape them.
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As Chicago gears up for the Summer Olympics, some bars host global sports year-round
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Five Chicago landmarks that tell the story of the American Century
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We're building a community of globally curious people who want to deepen their understanding of the world and actively participate in it. We each have a role to play—you don't need to be an expert to join and shape the global conversation. If you seek to learn more, discuss more, do more, you belong here.
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Upcoming Events
We're here to help you understand what's happening in the world no matter where you are in the world. Join us for in-person or hybrid events.

Unlocking India's Economic Potential: A Conversation with Raghuram Rajan

Hybrid EVENT

Join us for a discussion of how India can navigate economic challenges to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future. 

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands in a vehicle during a roadshow in Varanasi, India, on May 13, 2024
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Unlocking India's Economic Potential: A Conversation with Raghuram Rajan

Hybrid EVENT

Join us for a discussion of how India can navigate economic challenges to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future. 

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands in a vehicle during a roadshow in Varanasi, India, on May 13, 2024
Rajesh Kumar / AP
Jul
17

Emerging Leaders Program Information Session

Virtual EVENT

Globally minded Chicago-area professionals, ages 35 to 45, are invited to learn more about the Emerging Leaders Program and the benefits to their professional and personal growth.

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PAST EVENT VIDEO
Avoiding World War III: Managing Threats from Russia, China, and AI
A conversation at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs with Ian Bremmer, Kevin Rudd, Ivo H. Daalder, and Zeenat Rahman on how the United States and its allies can respond to threats to global stability. A conversation at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs with Ian Bremmer, Kevin Rudd, Ivo H. Daalder, and Zeenat Rahman on how the United States and its allies can respond to threats to global stability.
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Ian Bremmer, Kevin Rudd, Ivo H. Daalder, and Zeenat Rahman discuss how the United States and its allies can respond to threats to global stability.
Andreas Michaelis, German Ambassador to the United States has a conversation moderated by the Council's Distinguished Fellow and former US Ambassador to the Netherlands Fay Hartog-Levin on the stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Andreas Michaelis, German Ambassador to the United States has a conversation moderated by the Council's Distinguished Fellow and former US Ambassador to the Netherlands Fay Hartog-Levin on the stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Andreas Michaelis, German Ambassador to the United States has a conversation moderated by the Council's Distinguished Fellow and former US Ambassador to the Netherlands Fay Hartog-Levin on the stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs. Andreas Michaelis, German Ambassador to the United States has a conversation moderated by the Council's Distinguished Fellow and former US Ambassador to the Netherlands Fay Hartog-Levin on the stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.
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Alliances in Action: A Conversation with German Ambassador Andreas Michaelis
PAST EVENT VIDEO
Award-winning journalist David Sanger shared insights from his new book, "New Cold Wars," and discussed the struggle between the US, Russia, and China for global influence with Council CEO Ivo Daalder. Award-winning journalist David Sanger shared insights from his new book, "New Cold Wars," and discussed the struggle between the US, Russia, and China for global influence with Council CEO Ivo Daalder. Award-winning journalist David Sanger shared insights from his new book, "New Cold Wars," and discussed the struggle between the US, Russia, and China for global influence with Council CEO Ivo Daalder. Award-winning journalist David Sanger shared insights from his new book, "New Cold Wars," and discussed the struggle between the US, Russia, and China for global influence with Council CEO Ivo Daalder.
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New Cold Wars: A Conversation with David Sanger
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Our members believe, as we do, that greater knowledge and engagement create a more open and promising world for all. They're part of a community that knows engaging more with the world means engaging more with each other and diverse points of view.

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Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders spend a year deepening their understanding of global issues and cultivate the skills they need to step into roles as a global leaders in Chicago. Applications for the class of 2025 will open July 10.

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YP Network

Young professionals in Chicago turn to the Council to deepen their understanding of the world and grow their personal and professional networks. You can help shape our global future, and we are here to connect you with opportunities to increase your impact.

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If you believe, as we do, that greater knowledge and engagement create a more open and promising world for all, you can support our mission to  make global affairs more accessible to more people. Join or donate today to expand your world view and increase your impact. Donate