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Roundtable with the Taiwanese Minister of Mainland Affairs

In-Person EVENT

Taiwan's Minister of Mainland Affairs Chiu Chui-cheng joins the Council for a discussion on relations between Taiwan and China.

A Taiwan national flag flutters near the Taipei 101 building at the National Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall in Taipei, Taiwan on February 28, 2025.
Chiang Ying-ying / AP
Sep
9

Past Events

Taiwan: The US-China Tipping Point?

PAST EVENT VIDEO

Rorry Daniels, Damien Ma, Kharis Templeman, and Craig Kafura discuss Taiwan and rising tensions in US-China relations and the implications for regional security and the global economy.

Craig Kafura, Kharis Templeman, Damien Ma, and Rorry Daniels on the Council stage facing an audience.
Ana Miyares Photography

The 21st Century US-Japan Relationship

PAST EVENT VIDEO

In advance of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's state visit next week, join us for an afternoon of wide-ranging discussions on the political and security issues making headlines and the cultural, economic, and educational ties that run deep.

An event at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs with the US-Japan Foundation. Pictured is a panel of experts covered a wide range of topics, from political issues and Prime Minister Kishida’s state visit to the widespread popularity of Japanese culture throughout the US
Ana Miyares Photography

Commentary & Analysis

Lee Touted South Korea as 'Pacemaker' in US-North Korea Relations—Why That Matters

BLOG
Global Insight by Karl Friedhoff

In a meeting with Trump, South Korea’s president named his intention for the nation to serve as the beating heart of diplomatic relations in the region.

US President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung sitting in a meeting.
Alex Brandon / AP
US Foreign Policy

Lee's Foreign Policy Aspirations in the Balance Ahead of Trump Summit

In the News
Korea On Point
Karl Friedhoff

The first meeting between US President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is a critical moment for Seoul to define its role in a changing region, Karl Friedhoff writes.

People watch a TV screen showing an image of South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and US President Donald Trump during a news program at the Seoul Railway Station
Ahn Young-joon / AP
Global Politics

Research

Chinese Public Divided on Whether Beijing Should Seek Shared Leadership or Global Dominance

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Whether Beijing should take any leadership position on the world stage, however, is an overwhelming “yes.”

China's President Xi Jinping remotely addresses the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly
Mary Altaffer / Pool via AP
Public Opinion

Friends with Benefits: Chinese See Russia and North Korea as Beijing's Closest Comrades

RESEARCH
Public Opinion Survey by Coauthors

Other neighboring countries, including Japan, India, the Philippines, and Vietnam, are viewed less favorably.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinpin shake hands at the Kremlin
Pavel Bednyakov / AP
Public Opinion

Experts