From trade to Taiwan, the two leaders are set to discuss a range of thorny issues this week in Beijing.

My reflections from the Council's America at 250 Global Forum on the sources that fueled American power and influence and what is now at stake.

Watch world leaders and experts engage in thoughtful, challenging conversations on global affairs in past events videos and our ongoing video series.

As America turns 250, its allies are asking new questions about US leadership. Mark Urban discusses what's changing, what comes next, and what it means for America's role in the world.

As NATO adapts to wars in Europe and the Middle East, Turkey is becoming harder to ignore. Aslı Aydıntaşbaş explains how Turkey is balancing its alliances, expanding its influence, and positioning itself as a middle power.

In retaliation for the killing of Iranian commander Soleimani, Iran fired a dozen missiles on two US bases in Iraq. Kelly Magsamen argues killing Soleimani may have been Trump’s most consequential foreign policy decision.

Kim Ghattas, Carla Anne Robbins, and Philip Stephens join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

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Americans and Mexicans think the tournament will be economically beneficial, while Canadians are concerned about costs.

Journalists from some of the world’s leading media outlets join Council President Ivo Daalder to discuss Belarus, Iran, and Turkey-Greece relations.