Weekly World News Update – June 7, 2017
Every week the World Affairs Councils of America office in Washington provides a helpful summary of news and analyses to help you navigate the issues and challenges on the international landscape. This is one more benefit made possible by your support of the World Affairs Council.
Program | President Trump Abroad and a New US Foreign Policy | Jun 28
Join the World Affairs Council for our Global Dialogue conversation on the question of America’s position in the world with Ambassador Ronald Schlicher and Ambassador Charles Bowers, both retired career US Foreign Service Officers with decades of diplomatic service in the State Department and overseas.
Weekly World News Update – May 31, 2017
Every week the World Affairs Councils of America office in Washington provides a helpful summary of news and analyses to help you navigate the issues and challenges on the international landscape. This is one more benefit made possible by your support of the World Affairs Council.
“American Leadership – We Can’t Do It for Free” – Colin Powell
Former Secretary of State Colin Power shares his perspective on the American foreign affairs budget and the impact of cuts on the State Department and foreign assistance programs.
Where Do You Get Your News?
World Affairs Council President Patrick Ryan is often asked about credible sources for news on global affairs. Here’s his perspective on where he goes for information.
Iran’s Upcoming Presidential Election – Briefing Paper
Get background and context to understand the upcoming critical presidential election in Iran with this new briefing paper.
Talk to the Author of “All Measures Short of War” | May 25
The World Affairs Councils of America provides a monthly special program called “Cover to Cover” that features interactive phone conferencing with authors of global affairs related books. We thank them […]
Talk to the Author of “China’s Push for Global Power” | Apr 11
Join us for a conversation with author Howard French about his book “Everything Under the Heavens: How the Past Helps Shape China’s Push for Global Power” in our monthly “Cover to Cover” talk with the author program.
Global Town Hall | Exiled Journalist Talks About Turkey’s Unraveling Democracy | Mar 29
Turkey is in the midst of a crackdown that threatens its democracy and has presented a new face to its friends and allies that challenge the traditionally strong US-Turkish partnership and its NATO participation. Join us for a conversation with distinguished Turkish journalist Mahir Zeynalov on March 29th for hard to come by insights and perspectives on this hot topic.
“What in the World?” Quiz – Week of Mar 26-April 1, 2017
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Tennessee World Affairs Council’s “What in the World?” Quiz.