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- 美国的中国化 – 金焱
In this episode, we bring you a recording of our event with Jin Yan (金焱), Caijing magazine’s DC bureau chief. In her talk, Jin Yan shares her observations of America, gained during her seven eventful years in Washington DC reporting for one of China’s leading business magazines on topics ranging from politics, to economics, to society. This is a helpful talk for anyone who wants to improve their Chinese listening skills and is interested in looking at US-China affairs from a different perspective.
- The Future of U.S.-China Relations – Huang Ping
In this episode, we bring you a recording of our recent event with Dr. Huang Ping, senior research professor at the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (CASS). This lecture focuses on perspectives from China on U.S.-China relations and where the relationship is heading.
- The New Southbound Policy and U.S.-Taiwan Relations — Dr. Chen Ping-Kuei
In this episode, we bring you a recording of our recent event with Dr. Chen Ping-Kuei, assistant professor in the Department of Diplomacy at National Chengchi University. This lecture focuses on the Tsai administration’s Southbound Policy, an aim to strengthen ties with countries in Southeast, South, and Austral-Asia. This is a helpful lecture for anyone wanting to better understand Cross-Straight relations, the “Free and Open Indo-Pacific,” and the future of Asia-Pacific security.
- On Europe’s Response to the Iran War
In this episode, panelists discuss European responses to the war in Iran, efforts in conflict resolution, and the implications for the transatlantic relationship, EU cohesion, and Europe’s long-term strategic direction. Host: Serge Schmemann, Editorial Writer, New York Times; CFR Member Guests: Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer, Chief Executive Officer and President, German Marshall Fund of the United States Douglas E. Lute, Chair, International and Defense Practices, BGR Group; Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO (2013-17); CFR Member Ellie Geranmayeh, Deputy Director, Middle East and North Africa Programme and Senior Policy Fellow, European Council on Foreign Relations Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR’s Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: Europe’s Response to the Iran War
- On U.S. Policy Options in War with Iran
In this episode, panelists assess the evolving situation in Iran, identify U.S. policy options for ending the conflict, and examine the implications of each potential next step. Host: Janine Zacharia, Carlos Kelly McClatchy Lecturer, Stanford University; CFR Member Guests: Brian H. Hook, Vice Chairman, Cerberus Global Investments, LP; Former U.S. Special Representative for Iran and Senior Policy Advisor to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo (2018– 2020) Michele Flournoy, Cofounder and Managing Partner, WestExec Advisors; Former Under Secretary of Defense for Policy (2009– 2011); Member, Board of Directors, CFR Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR’s Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: U.S. Policy Options in the War with Iran
- Rafael M. Grossi on Nuclear Challenges and the Future of the United Nations
In this episode, International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael M. Grossi discusses his candidacy for UN secretary-general, his plans and priorities for the future of the United Nations, and the challenges facing nuclear security, nuclear energy, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty regime. Host: Esther Brimmer, James H. Binger Senior Fellow in Global Governance, Council on Foreign Relations Guests: Rafael M. Grossi, Director General, International Atomic Energy Agency; Nominee, Position of UN Secretary-General Want more comprehensive analysis of global news and events sent straight to your inbox? Subscribe to CFR’s Daily News Brief newsletter. To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, please visit it on our YouTube channel: 2026 UN Secretary-General Candidates Series: A Conversation With Rafael M. Grossi
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