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Global cities are products of a liberal world order that is under threat from the rise of populist nationalism, protectionism, and growing authoritarianism.

With vaccination efforts under way, some hope that the end of the pandemic is in sight, while others feel uneasy due to distribution issues and immense pressures on the health care system.

Deep Dish explores what makes Costa Rica a shining example of functionality.

Global Cities intern Paula Pelletier examines what cities should do with programs formed in response to COVID-19.

In this Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog Kristin Ljungkvist explains Global Cities and US-Iran Relations.

How can the US confront human rights abuses in China, without robbing athletes of the opportunity to compete on the world stage?

According to the Chinese public, whether Beijing should take a leadership position on the world stage, however, is an overwhelming “yes.”

Karl Friedhoff examines poll results of regional leaders regarding China's activities.

An update includes polling results from the United States, Japan, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, Canada, and Jordan.

Inevitably, the COVID-19 pandemic will change how people across the world think about foreign relations. Craig Kafura looks at Australia as a case study for how these changes affect public opinion.