Globalization is often viewed through the lens of economics and understood in terms of trends and policies. But, argues Jeffrey Garten in his new book From Silk to Silicon: The Story of Globalization Through Ten Extraordinary Lives, a fascinating narrative ...
In an interview shortly before his latest arrest by Mexican authorities, Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán stated that his Sinaloa Cartel exists to serve a simple, and striking, market demand for drugs. While global anti-drug policies tend to embrace the military ...
Emerging markets seem to be in trouble. Long touted as the new economic engines of the world, places such as China, Brazil, Russia, or Turkey have lost their luster. Growth is down, investors are retreating, and corruption and political instability seem to ...
Kim Heys's blog tpp_alpace.jpg How do we know whether or not the Trans-Pacific Partnership reflects American interests? The text of the deal has been available for public scrutiny since November, but who has the time or wherewithal to sift through ov ...
Leadership supporters at President's Circle Silver lever or higher and their guests are invited to join Lord Mervyn King for dinner following the program, " Mervyn King on the Global Economy ". Your registration includes admission to the pub ...
Immediately following the March 1 public program on narconomics and the business of drug cartels, Council Young Professionals are invited to an exclusive YP reception and continued conversation with Tom Wainwright. “YP Meet Ups” are informal events followi ...
We will live stream this program at 6 p.m. CT In a world of complexity and rapid change “red teaming” has become a critical strategy for organizations as they seek to anticipate future threats and manage risk. Major corporations, the CIA, and police dep ...
Immediately following the March 24 Global Economy Series program on the modern financial system, Council Young Professionals are invited to an exclusive YP reception and continued conversation. “YP Meet Ups” are informal events following select programming ...
Anonymous's blog uscapitol.jpg If the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is to ever see the light of day, it will need to find its way out of the congressional muck. So which members of Congress are key to passing the TPP, and where do they currently st ...
Could the next emerging market be, in fact, the West? And where does the future of the world economy lie? Antoine van Agtmael and Fred Bakker join Council fellow Karen Weigert in a conversation on the new hotspots for global innovation. They will examine ...
