Publications

This Week's Reads: The Foreign Policy Genius of George H.W. Bush

President George H.W. Bush reimagined the way the US government created and implemented its foreign policy, writes Council President Ivo Daalder in Foreign Affairs. 

Featured Commentary: A Fish Story That Connects Trade and Development

American soy farmers know that investment in developing economies today builds US soy’s customers for tomorrow.  In this way, trade improves lives worldwide for both farmers and consumers.

External Commentary

Trade Peace in Our Time- China Edition

Happy Birthday Illinois

Illinois has had an outsize influence on the world, and on the occasion of the bicentennial it seems worthy of a recap.

This Week's Reads: May's Brexit Deal Might Bring Another Referendum

"The European Union and United Kingdom have agreed to the terms of their divorce," writes Council President Ivo Daalder, as he outlines how May's deal might actually result in a second referendum to keep Britain in the European Union. 

Deep Dish: Brexit Heads to Parliament

Now that EU leaders have accepted the Brexit deal, it's up to Parliament to decide what happens next. Rory Stewart and Sebastian Mallaby join Phil Levy to discuss.

#AskIvo: Why Is Putin Moving Against Ukraine?

A recent naval clash in the Sea of Azov has increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia. But what is Russian President Vladimir Putin's objective? 

Global Cities in the International System: A New Era of Governance

Nation-states need quickly to realize the potential of global cities, and take steps to empower them to meet the global challenges of the twenty-first century. They should allow them more fiscal autonomy and give them a louder, more influential voice in the deliberations of international organizations.

External Commentary

American Automakers are Surrendering Big Cities like Chicago