The power of the Olympic brand and the geopolitics of global sport
With the 2026 Milan–Cortina Olympic Winter Games just weeks away, the Olympics are once again at the center of global attention. But what most people see on […]
With the 2026 Milan–Cortina Olympic Winter Games just weeks away, the Olympics are once again at the center of global attention. But what most people see on […]
Ambassador McKinley will address how the political and economic landscape of Latin America has changed over the past decade, with an emphasis on challenges and opportunities. He […]
Africa’s growing geopolitical importance is reshaping global dynamics in ways that increasingly affect the United States at home. As the continent emerges as a major driver of […]
In 2025, the United States and South Korea negotiated a new framework for economic relations. Under the new understanding, South Korea has committed to investing $150 billion in the […]
America's February 27 attacks in Iran once again displayed the U.S. ability to project power seemingly, and sometimes literally, overnight. America's ability to deliver its military force anywhere […]
In this talk, Khaled Al Yousuf will share an on-the-ground perspective on Georgetown University in Qatar, how an American university operates within Education City, and how GU-Q has adapted […]
Foreign policy during the Cold War served as a model for the US even after the collapse of the Soviet Union, but recent years have shown […]
A brief look at how multinational corporations are adjusting to a world shaped by geopolitical tension, regulatory uncertainty, and economic fragmentation. The session will explore how companies anticipate risk, engage […]
Liechtenstein companies play vital roles in the U.S. domestic economy. They are market leaders in their respective sectors, such as automotive, construction, dental, audio-visual, and more. As […]
Kumar will explore how enterprise technology investment and AI adoption are creating tangible economic impact in Nashville - and what that means for the city's continued growth as a […]
How have tariffs impacted the economy, both in the U.S. and globally? Is the U.S. benefitting from increased manufacturing as a result? And, are tariffs finding their way […]
As the United States approaches the historic milestone of the 250th Anniversary of its Independence, the Tennessee World Affairs Council will host a special Distinguished Speaker Series […]