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This report summarizes the Transforming Industrial Regions of North America and Europe symposium, including strategies to rebuild economies and stem anti-democratic populism.

China's evolving economy and geopolitical strategy affect infrastructure and cities worldwide: witness the launch of the China-Laos Railway.

With the holiday celebrations behind us, here is a quick recap of some of the stats that defined the past twelve months of programming at the Council.

Nonresident Fellow and Emerging Leader alumnus Endy Zemenides shares his perspective on global cities and Cyprian independence with Makis Provatas.

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

The post-industrial communities of the Midwest are shaking off their Rust Belt label to emerge as leaders in the blue and green economies.

John Austin shares insights from a transatlantic convening that explores the political repercussions of economic inequality and extremist ideology.

Consensus on how long to provide economic and military aid to Ukraine appears to be weakening as the war enters its tenth month.

If CRISPR crops can avoid being regulated like GMOs, they can create significant opportunities for low- and middle-income countries, and help combat hunger and poverty.

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

A solid majority (69%) say that it would never be justified for Moscow to use a tactical nuclear weapon in its current military operation against Kyiv.

COP15 set new targets for protecting ecosystems, but funding, implementation, and a lack of global attention to biodiversity give pause for Chris Morris.

Reflect on the year with highlights from the Council's public opinion research and analysis.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is addressing the U.S. Congress about the war in Ukraine with Russia, after meeting with President Joe Biden.

In promoting economic renewal in industrial heartland regions, leaders must avoid language that condemns these regions and their citizens to passivity.

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

A military strengthened by American training, weapons, and intelligence helped create the very problem US assistance was meant to prevent.

The Council and Girl Security partnered to engage the next generation of women in national security.

Over the past 12 months, our pollsters tracked public attitudes on everything from the war in Ukraine to conflict in the Middle East.

The inaugural Chicago Council Survey was conducted in December 1974 to seek and understand the views of the public and national leaders on a series of international questions.

The 1982 Chicago Council Survey shows important disparities between public opinion and Reagan administration policies in defense spending, arms control, foreign aid, détente, and trade policy.

The 1986 Chicago Council survey showed the desire to protect American jobs or to secure access to energy still takes priority over altruistic objectives.

The 1990 Chicago Council Survey was performed during an age of global economic competition.

The 1994 Chicago Council survey indicates that American attitudes at both public and leadership levels reflect a "pragmatic internationalism."

The 1998 Chicago Council Survey results reflect a "guarded engagement" by a largely satisfied superpower.

The project was designed to help illuminate the challenges and opportunities facing the Chicago region as it adapts to a new global order.

The 2002 Chicago Council survey made it clear that 9/11 had a profound impact on the American mood and U.S. relationships with foreign countries.

The 2006 Chicago Council survey focused on U.S. and international public opinion on the rise of China and India and its implications on foreign policy.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs report recommends Chicago’s leaders focus on priorities of infrastructure, human capital, and global engagement.

The 2007 Chicago Council Survey broke new ground in international public opinion research to discover commonalities in public opinion around the world.

The 2008 Chicago Council Survey focuses on attitudes about foreign policy prior to the triggering of the international financial crisis in the fall of 2008.

Recommendations for how the Obama administration and Congress can restore America’s leadership in the fight against global hunger and poverty.

Roger Thurow and Scott Kilman, award-winning writers on Africa, development, and agriculture, explain through vivid human stories how our sometimes well-intentioned strategies—alternating with ignorance and neglect—have conspired to keep the

The 2010 Chicago Council Survey shows that Americans remain committed to an active part in world affairs—its problems, opportunities, and key actors.

Americans want to play an active part in world affairs but are reassessing their foreign policy priorities and how they want to engage with the world.

This report includes recommendations for how girls in rural communities can be better supported through improved personal and professional development, health, and safety.

The report highlights Chicago’s strengths, analyzes global city strategies, and offers recommendations the region can take to increase foreign investment.

This survey, from the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, reveals that Americans have grown less concerned about large numbers of immigrants coming to the U.S.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs indicates nearly half of Americans think the government is not doing enough to limit climate change.

This Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey indicates a majority of Americans across the political spectrum encourage energy independence.

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey shows a majority of informed Midwesterners support key immigration policy proposals.

This paper analyzes whether the strong relationship between the US and South Korea would be sustained under new presidents and how the Korean and American public’s view the alliance.In an election year for both nations, the alliance between the US

This report highlights the role of immigration in ensuring the Midwest’s future competitiveness and prosperity and identifies necessary policy directions or interventions.

The Detroit Future City plan seeks to address the city's decades of decline and calls for returning portions of vacant land to natural and agricultural uses.

In 2013, Americans’ overall views of Mexico are at their lowest point ever in Chicago Council Surveys dating back to 1994.

In 2013, a majority of Americans support some variation of immigration reform, but many have bias against Mexican immigrants.

This survey shows Americans still think that the US should work on friendly engagement and strengthening ties with China.

Distinguished Fellow Richard Longworth examines two books that highlight the role of cities in global affairs, and how Midwest cities may leverage global partnerships.

A Chicago Council on Global Affairs report which shows bipartisan support among Midwestern business leaders to pass immigration reform.

In advance of President Obama’s trip to Mexico for the North American leaders’ summit on February 19, a survey finds Americans and Mexicans recognize the importance of US-Mexico economic relations.