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In this Chicago Council blog we explore three major policy arenas that show why Germany’s connection to multilateralism is deeper than in the United States.

North Korea is continuing to improve its nuclear capabilities. And political and economic relations between Japan and South Korea are deteriorating rapidly.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey of South Korean attitudes towards the United States was conducted in December 2019 in South Korea.

By the time of this week’s Democratic presidential debate, President Trump should be ensconced in meetings with counterparts at an international summit gathering in Osaka, Japan.

From Medellín to Chicago, digital nomads are on the rise, contributing significantly to the global economy. But locals worry these visitors are pricing them out.

Ivo Daalder and James Lindsay discuss their new book "The Empty Throne: America’s Abdication of Global Leadership"—a revealing look at Trump’s foreign policy.

To tackle the political and economic inflation emergency, "it will require leaning in to trade relationships with friends and allies we trust."

Changes in the public's opinion within the last year will offer some insight into the stability of the relationship between the United States and China.

In some countries the year of the pandemic is coming to a close, with successful vaccination campaigns providing an exit from pandemic restrictions. But that’s not the case everywhere.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates the American public’s foreign policy attitudes demonstrate support for the pivot to Asia.

In picking fronts that offer the paths of least resistance, trilateral cooperation will maximize the presence of all three countries in ASEAN, maintaining balance in the region and making collective progress toward economic and development goals.

The COVID-19 pandemic is exposing the quality of governance and competence of the world’s leaders. When politicians and civil servants fail to deliver, they quickly lose credibility and legitimacy.

During Pride month, we delve into the historical context and societal factors that have shaped Uganda's stance on LGBTQ rights.

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

But a majority oppose sending US troops if China were to invade the island.

Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, James Harding, and Ryan Heath join guest host Carla Anne Robbins to discuss the week's top news stories.

Dina Smeltz and Craig Kafura discuss how the US can reassure its allies of its commitment and credibility.

Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian, Ryan Heath, and Carla Anne Robbins join Ivo Daalder to discuss the week's top news stories.

The Council's polling experts examine how American foreign policy experts think of the term "allies," and whether variations in thinking matter for US foreign policy decisions.

Globalization cannot be stopped, yet we can do a much better job dealing with its consequences by addressing the needs of those most adversely affected.

Survey results reveal how Japanese perceptions of security in East Asia have changed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

If the United States and China are competing over global public opinion, who’s winning, and where?

Indians strongly support the bilateral partnership and anticipate increased US security assistance. But Americans are less enthusiastic about growing ties.

Ahead of the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) in September and the pre-summit on July 26th, check out a breakdown of everything you need to know.

Cecile Shea joins CNN to discuss the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and what comes next for Japan.

Advancing the group's pillars of prosperity and development will be at the very heart of competition with China in the coming decade.

Craig Kafura discusses the Iran Deal and the US-Japan relationship.

What will former Prime Minister Abe’s death mean for the internal and international politics of Japan? Nonresident Senior Fellow Cecile Shea weighs in on CBS.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs blog by Madeleine Nicholson checks in to see if the world is on track to achieve the lofty Sustainable Development Goals.

As world leaders meet in Japan, they are likely to discuss Russia's war in Ukraine, tensions in the Taiwan Strait, and economic coercion from China, Craig Kafura tells Steve Scully.

Should the United States take a more militarized or diplomatic approach in Taiwan-China relations?