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International Women’s Day 2026 at Georgia Tech
March 24 at 8:30 am - 3:00 pmAtlanta Global Studies Symposium: Sustaining and Advancing Global Studies in Times of Crisis
April 9 at 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
With new administrations, the United States & Japan both face unique geostrategic challenges & opportunities in a changing new world. China, North Korea, and the reemergence of Russia, among others, present new issues for leadership from both nations. Join us for a talk on the U.S- Japan political security & economic relations and how they […]
China's belligerency with an expanded military challenges America and its allies. Is China a "paper tiger" or a significant threat to America's very existence? ACIR is honored to host Prof. Joe Bankoff for an in-person event entitled "China at the Crossroads: Economy, Population, and Geopolitics."At this event, Professor Bankoff will speak about the rise of […]
China's belligerency with an expanded military challenges America and its allies. Is China a "paper tiger" or a major threat to America's very existence? At this event, Professor Joe Bankoff will speak about the rise of China, its challenges and its role on the world stage. Joe Bankoff was appointed chair of The Sam Nunn […]
The elements of a nation state’s stated foreign policy goals, on its surface, may appear quite simple to the outside world; however, complex issues and challenges reviewed during the formulation period can generate intense internal debate. A greater challenge? Determining its success or failure. Join ACIR to hear from a former American ambassador to the […]
Women’s history month comes at a fraught time in Iran and Turkey, two pivotal nations straddling the Middle East and Asia. In Iran, the death of a young woman in police custody has thrown the oppression of women into stark relief, sparking widespread protests led by women over the forced wearing of headscarves that have […]
The past five or so years have seen a dramatic increase in the use of economic tools by governments to pursue foreign policy objectives. This increased use has also contributed to heightened concerns about vulnerabilities associated with economic interdependence. This half-day seminar will consider how different jurisdictions use economic tools for geopolitical ends and seek […]
Wars in the Middle East and Europe. Rockets in the Red Sea. Competing industrial policies in key international markets — all in the wake of a pandemic that upended the global economy. Managing a supply chain has never been so complex. But beyond fixes for short-term shocks, how are companies negotiating enduring shifts, adjusting to […]
Please join the Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, the Stimson Center, the Korea Defense Veterans Association, and ACIR on August 27th from 6 to 8pm in the Bill Moore Student Success Center for Promoting Prosperity and Security through the US-South Korean Alliance! This event will be a panel discussion followed by a Q&A session on the importance of the U.S. […]
The Venezuelan presidential election took place on July 28th of this year. The results have been contentious with both the current president Nicolás Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia claiming democratic victory. To worsen matters, on the 6th of August, the state of Venezuela launched a criminal probe into both presidential candidate Gonzalez, as well as […]
Mark your calendars for a detailed discussion on the invigoration of the NATO alliance and whether this renewal is sustainable. The event will consist of an Allied Panel featuring representatives from France, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom. We will feature a second panel discussing both the military and political perspectives on key issues the […]
The annual 2025 Dunwoody Great Decisions Foreign Policy Lecture Series will take place via Zoom every Thursday evening from February 6 – March 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM. There is a fee to register for the virtual lecture series, and registration is required to receive the event link. Topic: U.S.-China Relations Washington’s relations with Beijing have reached an ominous […]
Join Charles Shapiro, President Emeritus of the World Affairs Council in the first of the Beyond Borders virtual dialogue series on Friday, February 28 from 12:00pm to 1:00 pm with retired CIA officer Marc Polymeropoulos. They'll discuss Ukraine and what the apparent shift in US policy will mean for Ukraine, Russia, the Baltics, NATO and […]
The GROW Connect at Georgia State University is an annual gathering of leading business professionals and academic experts, fostering a thought-provoking dialogue on the evolving landscape of sustainability, ethics, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in international business. This year, the symposium will explore the intersection of geopolitics, corporate sustainability, and accountability, examining how businesses navigate ethical challenges, regulatory […]
Join the GACC on April 24th at Mercedes-Benz USA in Sandy Springs for a compelling discussion featuring Eike Klapper, Counsellor for Industry, Entrepreneurship, and SMEs at the Delegation of the European Union to the United States. Eike will lead an engaging session on "The Transatlantic Partnership in Transition," examining the exciting opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for […]
The outcome of the April 28, 2025, general elections in Canada will significantly impact both domestic affairs and U.S.-Canadian relations, regardless of which candidate wins. Liberal Party leader Mark Carney, a former central banker, is entering the political arena for the first time, while Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre has been a member of Parliament since […]
On EU Day 2025, the World Affairs Council of Atlanta will host a half-day symposium exploring the historic changes facing the European Union in the wake of Russia’s three-year war in Ukraine and the second Trump Administration’s growing hostility toward Europe. Two panels will feature world-class experts discussing European energy and defense policy, followed by a […]
In January 2025, the second Trump administration was inaugurated in the United States. The aggressive trade policies implemented during the previous administration had a significant impact on the global supply chain, and the repercussions are still being felt today. With tariff policies being reported daily under the new administration, setting and managing transfer prices has […]
Join the BABC for a fireside chat with Clark Hill lawyers Anthony Campau, Alex Perez, Christina Moore, and Manori de Silva. The conversation will be moderated by Manori de Silva, Deputy Chair of Clark Hill’s Transatlantic Practice.
The World Affairs Council of Atlanta is hosting a series of virtual dialogues focusing on the United States’ ongoing foreign policy re-directs under the Trump Administration. Amb. (ret.) Charles Shapiro, President Emeritus of the Council and former U.S. Ambassador to Venezuela, will lead each dialogue with world-class experts in their fields of study and practice. […]
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