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An announcement made following the G7 Hiroshima Summit brings the group one step closer to a proposed “Economic Article 5.”

Survey data shows the American public is more attuned to the view of “The Blob,” those working in government, than to President Trump’s views.

Roughly $24 billion in military aid has been authorized for Ukraine since August—dwarfing total US assistance to the country in all previous years.

Chicago Council Surveys conducted over the last several years (2014-2017) show remarkable stability of American opinion towards the Iran nuclear deal, both before and after the agreement was officially signed.

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Russians report limited impact of Western-imposed sanctions and continued support for the war in Ukraine.

Our weekly roundup of the top news in food, agriculture, and global development.

Council Public Opinion Intern Charlie Rahr examines the United States' international allies' opinions on the 2020 US Presidential election results.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey finds that a majority in Mexico now express a favorable view of the United States.

Cities can use public spaces as a way to address structural challenges.

This report indicates that the American public does not yet see China as an urgent threat to national security.

2015 Chicago Council Survey data show that Americans favor lifting the trade embargo on Cuba and believe the changes will benefit both countries.

Abe Shinzo’s assassination shocked the nation. Will constitutional revision be on the post-election agenda?

To be suspicious of Iraq was part of the American zeitgeist long before 2003, survey data show.

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.

The fallout from the removal of President Pedro Castillo has revealed a young democracy in dire straits.

Palestinians are critical of the US and Peace to Prosperity plan.

New Chicago Council Survey results show a majority of Americans support maintaining or increasing sanctions against Russia and views the nation as a greater threat than in previous years.

This survey showed that opinion was split on whether these unaccompanied minors should be treated as refugees or undocumented immigrants.

Catch the week's top news and research in food, agriculture, and global development in our Global Food for Thought news brief.

Thirty years after the end of the cold war, Americans are divided on whether to maintain or withdraw US military troops in Germany.

As the United States and China compete for influence in the region, two experts weigh in on what Africans would like to see from each potential partner moving forward.

Climate change is wreaking havoc on agriculture and food security both in the US and abroad. In collaboration with the Farm Journal Foundation, the Chicago Council on Global Affairs provides recommendations that are targeted both domestically and

This Council report indicates Americans support US involvement in Asia and seem to think that US regional efforts positively affect stability.

And the ideological split between parties continues to widen, new Council polling shows.

It's not your imagination. Chicago has experienced a unicorn explosion in recent years. What makes the area so appealing?

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates that American public is strongly supportive of an alliance with Korea but less supportive of trade ties.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog post, Craig Kafura explores how Millennials hold distinct views on US-China foreign policy.

Nationwide surveys conducted by IranPoll show that although Iranians say their country should not develop nuclear weapons, they have lost confidence in the nuclear agreement.

In this Chicago Council blog Brendan Helm explains that the American public does not accord the same importance to Taiwan as does the US government.

Republicans see immigration as a critical threat to the country, say restricting immigration makes the US safer, and support using US troops to stop migrants from crossing into the United States. Democrats, on the other hand, do not consider

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Katelyn Jones explains Resources for WPS scholars and Practitioners.

In this Chicago Council blog Craig Kafura explores Americans’ preferred holiday greetings and their views on how businesses should greet their customers.

Accessing and affording healthy food is a challenge for many Americans. In collaboration with World Central Kitchen, the Council provides domestic policy recommendations.

In deciding when and how quickly to relax restrictions, leaders should not underestimate the American public’s forbearance for remaining indoors.

The Council partnered with New America to explore how Black, Asian, Hispanic, and Native Americans view key issues facing the world today.

Dina Smeltz discusses European opinion of the US post-Trump.

The Rural Household Multiple Indicator Survey can make development-related actions more efficient, more effective, and quicker to deploy.

A solid majority (69%) say that it would never be justified for Moscow to use a tactical nuclear weapon in its current military operation against Kyiv.

Regenerative agriculture helps build just food economies, protecting Indigenous ways of knowing despite outside pressure to conform to globalized agricultural practices.

Federal investment in space technology is crucial to help farmers fight climate change—this generation's moonshot.

A survey shows more Americans now oppose expanding the US-Mexico border wall since last asked in 2016.

This report highlights the role of immigration in ensuring the Midwest’s future competitiveness and prosperity and identifies necessary policy directions or interventions.

The post-industrial communities of the Midwest are shaking off their Rust Belt label to emerge as leaders in the blue and green economies.

New data from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs suggests the difference in opinion is beginning to narrow on the perceived threat of China.

The coronavirus pandemic has rendered journalism and freedom of the press even more vulnerable than in previous years, especially in countries that were already facing difficulties.

As attention returns to Gaza, majorities view a breakthrough in negotiations as unlikely in the foreseeable future.

With the US election a week away, here are three key things you need to know about the American public's views on Asia in 2020.

Survey data shows Sanders supporters are concerned about global overreach and that it comes at the expense of the economy and general quality of life.