Past Events

Many of our past events—featuring world leaders, policymakers, journalists, authors, and other experts sharing their ideas and perspectives on critical global issues—are available to watch on-demand.
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Unlocking India's Economic Potential: A Conversation with Raghuram Rajan

PAST EVENT VIDEO

The University of Chicago professor and former governor of the Reserve Bank of India discusses how India can navigate economic challenges to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future. 

Jul 17
The University of Chicago professor, Olga Bitel, and former governor of the Reserve Bank of India, Raghuram Rajan, discusses how India can navigate economic challenges to secure a more prosperous and sustainable future on stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.
Ana Miyares Photography

Redefining US-China Engagement with Congressman Krishnamoorthi

PAST EVENT VIDEO

A discussion on how the United States could navigate the next decade of economic and technological competition with China.

Jun 6
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and Craig Kafura, Director of Public Opinion and Foreign Policy at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs on stage at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.
Ana Miyares Photography

Southeast Asia's Economic Outlook: A Roundtable with US Ambassadors

PAST EVENT

Join us for a conversation with US ambassadors to Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, and the Philippines to discuss Southeast Asia’s economic outlook and ASEAN’s role in the region.

Apr 25
A conversation with US ambassadors to Malaysia, Vietnam, Laos, and the Philippines to discuss Southeast Asia’s economic outlook and ASEAN’s role in the region
Ana Miyares Photography

Making Miracles: The Peril and Promise of Middle-Income Countries

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join us for a conversation about the unique development challenges facing middle-income countries and the World Bank’s upcoming 2024 World Development Report.

Feb 21
Conversation at the Chicago Council with Indermit Gill, Poonam Gupta, Ufuk Akcigit, and Somik Lall.
Ana Miyares Photography

Private Dinner with Diane Swonk

PAST EVENT

President's Club members and above are invited to join us for a private dinner with Diane Swonk.

Oct 18
Diane Swonk being interviewed on CNBC on August 31, 2012.
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Rising Rents and Stagnant Wages: Today's Economic Challenges with Mary Daly

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank President Mary Daly for a town hall on the unique economic challenges facing young Americans.

Oct 10
People pass in front of the New York Stock Exchange on March 21, 2023.
AP Photos

The Energy Transition: Power, Batteries, and New Mobility in Cities

PAST EVENT
Corporate Leadership Conversations

Please join us for our next Corporate Leadership Conversation with UL Solutions on the Urban Energy Transition. 

Sep 25
Senior leaders from corporate partner companies discussing corporate sustainability at a Council event on April 11, 2023.

A Conversation with Matt Murray, US Senior Official for APEC

PAST EVENT

Matt Murray joins members of the Council community to discuss trade, investment, and economic growth in the Asia-Pacific region.

Jul 21
US VP Kamala Harris and Thailand's Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha hold a Chalom during the closing of the 2022 APEC Summit in Bangkok, Thailand.
AP Photos

Corporate Sustainability and ESG: Moving Beyond Compliance

PAST EVENT
Corporate Leadership Conversations

Senior leaders from corporate partner companies are invited to discuss how sustainable global business practices can lead to corporate growth.

Apr 11
Three men and a woman sit at a conference desk.

Senator Tammy Duckworth on Indo-Pacific Security

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join Senator Tammy Duckworth at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs for a discussion on security and trade in the Indo-Pacific region.

Mar 24
Senator Tammy Duckworth at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs discussing security and trade in the Indo-Pacific region with Elizabeth Shackelford
Ana Miyares Photography