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Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
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February 16, 2023
Americas
Sorensen Distinguished Lecture on the United Nations
Sima Sami Bahous discusses women’s rights in areas of acute crisis and how UN Women is supporting gender equality and the empowerment of women around the world. The Sorensen Distinguished Lecture …
January 18, 2024
Yemen
Virtual Media Briefing: Houthi Attacks in the Red Sea
Panelists discuss Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, American and British responses, and prospects for regional escalation. ELDER: Thank you. Hi, everybody. Thanks for joining us for this media brief…
November 17, 2020
Palestinian Territories
A Conversation With Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh of the Palestinian Authority
Prime Minister Shtayyeh discusses the Palestinian Authority’s relations with the United States, its security and economy amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and the broader Middle East peace process.
September 6, 2023
Saudi Arabia
Young Professionals Briefing Series: Investing in the Game: Is it Sportswashing?
Panelists discuss the unprecedented investment in international sports by Gulf nations, the phenomenon of “sportswashing” in the region, and the political, economic, and human rights implications of …
May 20, 2019
Wars and Conflict
Development Redefined--The Battles We Choose to Avoid Wars We Can’t Win
Conflicts, crises in fragile states, and violent extremism are on the rise and a record number of people were forced from their homes last year. Short-term security interventions and humanitarian res…
September 17, 2008
Heads of State and Government
Counselor: A Life at the Edge of History
Watch Theodore C. Sorensen, speechwriter for President John F. Kennedy, discuss his recent autobiography.
