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Mexico's threat to ban GM corn presents an opportunity to re-evaluate agricultural norms in the United States and address inequities in trade.

The world's democracies need a way to fight back against coercive economic actions by authoritarian governments, argue Ivo Daalder and Anders Fogh Rasmussen.

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

Ian Klaus explores the “City and State Diplomacy Act” that seeks to mandate an official ambassador for State and municipal relations with foreign governments.

The Great Lakes have always been the foundation of the Midwest economy, but in a world where fresh water is in short supply, this resource is more valuable than ever.

USAID announces sweeping changes toward localization addressing questions about the efficacy of development programming modalities.

Recent polling on South Korea's Moon Jae-in may be less encouraging than it seems.

With so much activity around cities in today's world, there is a lot to track. Here are ten trends in 2020 to watch where cities will be particularly influential on the global stage.

Using Chicago as a model, this report outlines big data strategies for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of cities around the world.

Economic sanctions: what they are, how the US has used them in foreign policy, and considerations for current policymakers.

The climate crisis necessitates a new extension agenda that prioritizes farmer needs and preferences, and promotes climate resilience and adaptation. US policy should reflect this new extension agenda to ensure farmers have the tools to succeed in

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Diana Horvatch explains how infectious diseases could reduce global crop yields and cost billions of dollars.

Unlocking local knowledge and know-how in Regional Innovation Hubs.

Increasing climate crisis events necessitate bolder government response. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is one Congressional answer that advocates say benefits both farmers and the planet.

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.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post explores if our global food system adapting fast enough to overcome today’s modern challenges.

A decades-old rivalry between Eritrea and the TPLF risks derailing Ethiopia’s peace deal.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog by Richard C. Longworth explores how the old Midwest has gone away and a new Midwest is taking its place.

Regardless of changes in US administration or China's power, the Japanese government must support the region’s continued prosperity.

Networks like C40 or the Healthy Cities Network show cities have a great potential to mobilize forces across boundaries and shape international agendas.