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Upcoming Events

The Future of the Russian Opposition

Hybrid EVENT

Join us for a conversation on the future of Russia's opposition movement and the challenges Russian activists are facing.

A man lays flowers beneath a framed photo of Alexei Navalny during protest in front of Russian embassy in Belgrade, Serbia on February 16, 2024.
Darko Vojinovic / AP
Feb
20

Fulbright and Chicago Council 2025 Extravaganza

In-Person EVENT

Members of the Council and the Fulbright Association are invited to join us for an evening of connection with other globally minded professionals.

Attendees at the 2024 Fulbright and Chicago Council Extravaganza standing and talking to each other.
Ana Miyares Photography
Mar
6

Past Events

Diplomacy or Discord? US-Mexico Relations at a Crossroads

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Join us for a discussion on how Mexico and the US will navigate their partnership as both countries face decisions on trade, migration, and security cooperation.

Cecile Shea, Denise Dresser, and Lila Abed on stage at the Council
Ana Miyares Photography

Rebuilding Syria

PAST EVENT VIDEO

A conversation on the challenges and opportunities of rebuilding Syria after a decade of civil war.

Alisa Bhachu, Zaher Sahloul, and Suzanne Akhras speak onstage at the Chicago Council Conference Center.
Ana Miyares Photography

Commentary & Analysis

China Is Not Seeking To Remake World Order

In the News
The National Interest
Paul Heer

"China’s goal is not to usurp the U.S. role ... but instead to increase its role relative to that of the United States in setting the rules," Paul Heer argues.

 Chinese President Xi Jinping stands during a welcome ceremony in Beijing
Mark Schiefelbein / AP
Global Politics

Trump’s World—The Return of Great Power Politics

Video Series
World Review with Ivo Daalder

James Lindsay and Matt Kaminski join Ivo Daalder to discuss the end of Pax Americana.

President Trump walking through the White House
Evan Vucci / AP
Global Politics

Research

Three in Four Russians Expect Military Victory over Ukraine

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

But the public is more ready than ever to enter peace negotiations.

Women walk past a billboard with a portrait of a Russian soldier awarded for action in Ukraine and the words Glory to the heroes of Russia
Dmitri Lovetsky / AP
Public Opinion

Russians Rally Around Putin's Foreign Policy

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

The public shares the Kremlin's dim view of Western powers and wants to boost cooperation with BRICS members.

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks in front of a Russian flag
Mikhail Klimentyev / Sputnik via AP
Public Opinion

Experts

Daniel W. Drezner 

Nonresident Senior Fellow, Public Opinion and Foreign Policy
Council expert Daniel W. Drezner