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While understandable, the mood of pessimism around COP27 obscures progress toward net zero and can be dangerously self-fulfilling, argues Chris Morris.

Americans across party lines say the United States should prioritize friendly-nation supply chains, despite potentially higher costs.

With food security front and center amid COVID-19, climate change, and increased conflict, understanding how the US engages on this issue globally is critical.

Karl Friedhoff examines South Korea's President Moon Jae-in's administration and the real estate issues, including high rental costs in Seoul, that have led to a high disapproval rating.

Paul Newnham identifies key gaps in efforts to end hunger, and offers solutions to break down silos and build up food systems.

COVID-19 cases are on the decline worldwide and in some countries, people are feeling hopeful as they recover aspects of their pre-COVID lives. 

Suzanne Akhras Sahloul discusses the positive impact of refugees and immigrants on communities in Chicago.

But most oppose sending US troops to the island should China invade.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores if economic inequality is the inevitable consequence of becoming a globally powerful city.

Public support for the 2021 infrastructure bill breaks across party lines and may miss the connection to US competitiveness.

The Global Child Nutrition Foundation shares key insights into the impact of school meal programs, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has put children at nutritional risk.

Tackling the global crisis on housing affordability requires a comprehensive set of policies aimed at providing affordable rental units.

Public opinion polls in North America, Europe, and Asia find publics continue to worry about contracting the virus.

Check out the week's top stories in food, agriculture, and global development.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores how recent polling finds that Americans have a more negative view on China than ever before.

Check out our weekly round up of the top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.

Our weekly roundup of the week's top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development.

Universities can serve as economic engines for rural cities, but collaboration between academia, government, and the private sector is key to sustainable growth.

Check out the week's top stories in food, agriculture, and global development.

Although the vaccine has brought hope to many people, a new and more transmissible strain discovered in the United Kingdom has caused unease around the world.