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Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan, Ph.D., explores how India is cautiously observing Beijing’s nuclear intentions while calculating the potential risks to regional security in her new USIP special report, “Assessing India’s Perceptions of China’s Nuclear Expansion.” On March 4, USIP hosted a virtual conversation with Rajagopalan that looked at India’s perceptions of China’s nuclear expansion, the advancements that may be most consequential for regional security, and the potential consequences of China's nuclear build-up on the U.S.-India bilateral relationship. Speakers Sameer Lalwani, Ph.D. Senior Expert, South Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace Robert Peters, Ph.D. Research Fellow, Nuclear Deterrence and Missile Defense, The Heritage Foundation Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan, Ph.D. Resident Senior Fellow, Australian Strategic Policy Institute Daniel Markey, Ph.D., moderator Senior Advisor, South Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/indias-perceptions-chinas-nuclear-advancement  

On January 30, USIP and the International Center for Religion and Diplomacy hosted a conversation reflecting on the history and legacy of religious engagement in peacebuilding. The discussion examined key accomplishments, assessed global trends, and explored bold new strategies for strengthening diplomacy, security and peacemaking through religious engagement. Speakers Kirsten Evans Former USAID Director of the Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships under the Trump Administration Douglas M. Johnston, Ph.D. Founder and President Emeritus, International Center for Religion and Diplomacy Palwasha Kakar Acting Director, USIP, Religion and Inclusive Societies Program David Little, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, Harvard Divinity School and Former Senior Scholar, Religion, Ethics and Human Rights, USIP Peter Mandaville, Ph.D. Former USAID Director of the Center for Faith-Based & Neighborhood Partnerships under the Biden Administration Martine Miller Interim President, International Center for Religion & Diplomacy   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/bridging-divides-power-religious-engagement-global-diplomacy  

On January 23, USIP hosted a conversation with leading Vietnamese and U.S. experts on what the next year might hold for Vietnamese politics, society and external relations — including how the country’s partnerships with the United States and other powers have affected development.  Speakers Hai Hong Nguyen Fulbright Scholar, American University Lena Le Fulbright Scholar, Stimson Center Dien Luong Ph.D. Student, University of Michigan; Visiting Fellow, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute, Singapore Mark Sidel University of Wisconsin-Madison and International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) Andrew Wells-Dang, moderator Senior Expert, Southeast Asia, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/outlook-vietnam-2025  

As America prepares to inaugurate Donald J. Trump as the 47th president, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was proud to host Passing the Baton 2025: Securing America’s Future in an Era of Strategic Competition on January 14. This flagship, bipartisan event brought together national security leaders from across the political spectrum to mark the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy. Passing the Baton: Strategies for Success The Honorable Michael Waltz National Security Advisor-designate of the United States The Honorable Jake Sullivan National Security Advisor of the United States Stephen J. Hadley, moderator Former National Security Advisor   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/passing-baton-2025  

As America prepares to inaugurate Donald J. Trump as the 47th president, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was proud to host Passing the Baton 2025: Securing America’s Future in an Era of Strategic Competition on January 14. This flagship, bipartisan event brought together national security leaders from across the political spectrum to mark the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy. Panel Discussion: Mobilizing Technology, Old and New James Carafano, Ph.D. Senior Counselor to the President and E.W. Richardson Fellow, The Heritage Foundation The Honorable Tarun Chhabra Deputy Assistant to the President and Coordinator for Technology and National Security, The White House Mariano-Florentino (Tino) Cuéllar President, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Kiron K. Skinner Taube Family Chair Professor, Pepperdine University; W. Glenn Campbell Research Fellow, Hoover Institution; Advisor to the President, The Heritage Foundation Ambassador Adrian Zuckerman, moderator Of Counsel, DLA Piper   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/passing-baton-2025  

As America prepares to inaugurate Donald J. Trump as the 47th president, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was proud to host Passing the Baton 2025: Securing America’s Future in an Era of Strategic Competition on January 14. This flagship, bipartisan event brought together national security leaders from across the political spectrum to mark the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy. Panel Discussion: Advancing American Prosperity and Security Representative Brian Mast Chairman, House Foreign Affairs Committee Representative Gregory Meeks Ranking Member, House Foreign Affairs Committee Fred Kempe President and CEO, Atlantic Council   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/passing-baton-2025  

As America prepares to inaugurate Donald J. Trump as the 47th president, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was proud to host Passing the Baton 2025: Securing America’s Future in an Era of Strategic Competition on January 14. This flagship, bipartisan event brought together national security leaders from across the political spectrum to mark the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy. Panel Discussion: Harnessing Economics and Trade Matthew P. Goodman Distinguished Fellow, Director of the Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies, and Director of the CFR RealEcon Initiative Josh Lipsky Senior Director, GeoEconomics Center, Atlantic Council Ambassador Carla Sands, moderator Vice Chair, Center for Energy and Environment, America First Policy Institute   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/passing-baton-2025  

As America prepares to inaugurate Donald J. Trump as the 47th president, the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) was proud to host Passing the Baton 2025: Securing America’s Future in an Era of Strategic Competition on January 14. This flagship, bipartisan event brought together national security leaders from across the political spectrum to mark the peaceful transfer of power and the bipartisan character of American foreign policy. Welcome and Introduction Ambassador George Moose Acting President, U.S. Institute of Peace Keynote Address: Ensuring Strategic Stability Admiral Gary Roughead (Ret.) Former Chief of Naval Operations; Robert and Marion Oster Distinguished Military Fellow, Hoover Institution, Stanford University  The Honorable Kathryn Wheelbarger  Member, Board of Directors, U.S. Institute of Peace  

On December 5, USIP hosted a conversation with U.S. Special Advisor on International Disability Rights Sara Minkara on how the United States can lead a disability-inclusive response to conflict, as well as the International Disability Rights Playbook, which will be launched in January.  Speakers Sara Minkara Special Advisor on International Disability Rights, U.S. Department of State Ambassador George Moose, introductory remarks Acting President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Elizabeth Murray, moderator Senior Advisor, Peacebuilding and Inclusion, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/disability-rights-and-peacebuilding-playbook-better-inclusion  

On December 3, USIP and Roots of Peace hosted a critical conversation on the intersection between food security, climate change and conflict resolution. International experts discussed the nexus of food security, climate and conflict; the role of agriculture in peacebuilding; and how farmers and producers can be essential partners for sustainable peace. A fireside chat then explored the practical steps and challenges to integrating agricultural solutions into peacebuilding efforts. Fireside Chat Heidi Kühn Founder, Roots of Peace Ambassador George Moose, moderator Acting President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/peace-through-agriculture  

On December 3, USIP and Roots of Peace hosted a critical conversation on the intersection between food security, climate change and conflict resolution. International experts discussed the nexus of food security, climate and conflict; the role of agriculture in peacebuilding; and how farmers and producers can be essential partners for sustainable peace. How Agriculture Contributes to Peace Katy Crosby Senior Director, U.S. Policy and Advocacy, MercyCorps Matthew Nims Director of Washington Office, World Food Programme Ann Vaughan Deputy Assistant Administrator, USAID Bureau for Resilience, Environment, and Food Security Mona Yacoubian, moderator Vice President, Middle East and North Africa Center, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/peace-through-agriculture  

On December 3, USIP and Roots of Peace hosted a critical conversation on the intersection between food security, climate change and conflict resolution. International experts discussed the nexus of food security, climate and conflict; the role of agriculture in peacebuilding; and how farmers and producers can be essential partners for sustainable peace. Food Security, Climate and Conflict Michael T. Franken U.S. Navy Vice Admiral (Ret.), Co-Lead, Defense Science Board Study on Climate Changer and Global Security Laura Pavlovic Senior Deputy Assistant Administrator, USAID Conflict Prevention and Stabilization Gloria Steele Former Acting Administrator, USAID Tegan Blaine, moderator Director, Climate, Environment and Conflict, U.S. Institute of Peace   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/peace-through-agriculture  

On December 3, USIP and Roots of Peace hosted a critical conversation on the intersection between food security, climate change and conflict resolution. International experts discussed the nexus of food security, climate and conflict; the role of agriculture in peacebuilding; and how farmers and producers can be essential partners for sustainable peace. Speakers Ambassador George Moose, welcoming remarks Acting President and CEO, U.S. Institute of Peace Ambassador Kenneth M. Quinn, keynote remarks President Emeritus, The World Food Prize Foundation   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/peace-through-agriculture  

Last year, the world celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday agreement that ended prolonged violence and ushered in a new era of peace and prosperity in Northern Ireland. This year, we honor a crucial element that continues to uphold the vision of peace envisioned by the Good Friday Agreement: Strand 2 implementation bodies. On November 19, USIP and the U.S. State Department hosted officials and chief executives from the Strand 2 bodies for a conversation that reflected on their achievements, ongoing challenges, the U.S. role in supporting the Good Friday agreement, and how lessons from these bodies can be applied to other post-conflict zones across the world.  Speakers Ambassador William Taylor, introductory remarks Vice President, Russia and Europe Center, U.S. Institute of Peace Senator George Mitchell, welcoming remarks (pre-recorded) Former U.S. Senator and Special Envoy for Northern Ireland Joe Kennedy III U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, U.S. Department of State Panel 1: Northern Ireland, Looking Back, Looking Ahead Sharon Hudson-Dean, moderator  Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs, U.S. Department of State Joe Kennedy III U.S. Special Envoy to Northern Ireland for Economic Affairs, U.S. Department of State Fionnuala Quinlan Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Ireland Nick Alton Political Counselor, British Embassy Richard Cushnie Director, Northern Ireland Bureau Panel 2: Lessons Learned for the Strand 2 Implementation Bodies Anthony Soares, moderator Director, Centre for Cross Border Studies  Gina McIntyre Chief Executive Officer, Special EU Programme Body John McDonagh Chief Executive Officer, Waterways Ireland Sharon McMahon Chief Executive Officer, Loughs Agency Professor Duncan Morrow Director of Community Engagement, Ulster University  Sharon Hudson-Dean, closing remarks Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs, U.S. Department of State   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/northern-ireland-looking-back-looking-ahead  

On November 8, USIP and the Institute of Current World Affairs (ICWA) hosted a presentation of journalist Aron Ouzilevski’s research on how anti-war Russian exiles have adapted to their new lives, followed by a discussion about what the future might hold. Speakers Aron Ouzilevski Institute of Current World Affairs Fellow and Journalist Lyubov Sobol Russian Opposition Politician Anna Veduta Director of Strategic Communication, Free Russia Foundation Gregory Feifer, moderator Executive Director, Institute of Current World Affairs   For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/new-lives-russians-exile