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Ertharin Cousin on Outbreaks, Pandemics, and Epidemics

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Wait Just a Minute

In this episode of Wait Just a Minute, Council distinguished fellow Ertharin Cousin explains the difference between outbreaks, pandemics, and epidemics.

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What Do You Think about the Relationship between Trump and Kim?

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#AskIvo

In this episode of #AskIvo, Council President Ivo Daalder gives his take on the relationship between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. 

President Trump and Kim Jong Un shake hands in front of US and North Korean flags.
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US Foreign Policy

What Is NATO's Biggest Success and Its Biggest Failure?

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#AskIvo

Council President and former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder answers a question about the NATO alliance's biggest success and its biggest failure.

U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates and other members of NATO Ministers of Defense and of Foreign Affairs meet at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Belgium
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Defense and Security

Sean McFate on the Future of War

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Wait Just a Minute

Former US paratrooper Sean McFate joins us in this episode of Wait Just a Minute.

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What's the Most Likely Outcome for Venezuela?

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#AskIvo

Ivo Daalder makes three encompassing points about the future of Venezuela, in this episode of #AskIvo.

Nicolás Maduro speaking at an event.
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Global Politics

Are Europe and Germany Ready for Life after Angela Merkel?

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#AskIvo

In this episode of #AskIvo, Council President Ivo Daalder explains what we can expect after German Chancellor Angela Merkel leaves office.

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Is China's Investment in Africa a Debt Trap?

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#AskIvo

In this episode of #AskIvo, Council President Ivo Daalder explores if China’s investment in Africa a debt trap.

Picture of Xi shaking hands with an African leader.
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Global Economy

New York Times' David Sanger on Cyberattacks

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Wait Just a Minute

New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger takes a minute to answer questions about cyberattacks and why they have become the new weapon of choice for foreign adversaries.

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Europe: Destined for Conflict

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The Chicago Council on Global Affairs and Stratfor founder and CEO George Friedman presents a discussion on the emerging crisis in Europe.

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