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Is the looming economic crisis influencing the public’s preferred response to the war in Ukraine? Recent polling suggests it's possible.

Geographically targeted economic development strategies can serve as an antidote to political extremism in formerly industrial regions.

Abe Shinzo’s assassination shocked the nation. Will constitutional revision be on the post-election agenda?

New Chicago Council-Japan Institute of International Affairs data find the Japanese public has greater confidence in US economic and military power than do Americans.

In a shift from just a month ago, the Japanese public favors tough sanctions on Russia in concert with the US and Europe. 

While moderate Democrats are more supportive of funding the military, liberals are more willing to deploy troops to defend allies, 2021 Chicago Council Survey data show.

Polling shows the Swedish public is keenly aware of the threat posed by Russia and favors a strong policy response to the invasion of Ukraine.

We’re sharing Moments of Impact, stories of members of our community being inspired to think differently or act boldly to improve the world.

Sixty-one percent of the US public is uneasy with only the president having the power to authorize the use of nuclear weapons.

But public opinion has likely shifted following Hamas' attacks on Israel.

President Joe Biden declared an end to the public health crisis, but many racial minority and lower-income groups around the world haven't moved on.

Republicans are more concerned about China's rise than ever before.

Despite 75 years of struggle, two scholars remain cautiously optimistic about the future.

The prestige and popularity of the World Cup is a political force beyond any nation's control, writes Chris Morris

Over a million Ukrainian citizens have fled to other European countries. African, Asian, Caribbean nationals living in Ukraine may not be able to do the same.

Despite public divisions over US aid to Ukraine, support for taking in those fleeing the Russian invasion remains unchanged since March.

While more Russians say Moscow should start negotiations than continue fighting, their aim may be to solidify gains rather than making real compromises for peace.

As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, new public opinion data shows that the conflict likely came as a surprise to many on both sides.

The summer’s record temperatures have reignited the international farmworker health crisis.

The Ethiopian government is using starvation as a weapon of war against Tigray, inducing a massive famine that requires immediate action from the international community.

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit aroused Beijing’s ire—but more important may be the long-term trends in Taiwanese attitudes. 

Mayhem in Westminster has roots in Brexit and a political culture that favors dogma over evidence, argues columnist Chris Morris.

Turks may be considering realigning eastward amid negative views on Western alliances.

American weapons play a key role in the defense strategies of both US partners.

Why are Ukrainians receiving a warmer welcome from the American public than past refugee groups?

While Ukrainians may be willing to give up on the idea of NATO membership, they will not accept their government ceding territory to Russia.

Indians strongly support the bilateral partnership and anticipate increased US security assistance. But Americans are less enthusiastic about growing ties.

President Joe Biden will host the US-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, DC, in December 2022. Africa’s shift toward China, Russia will be the meeting subtext.

Recent data shows Americans prefer diplomatic options first, but there is also record support for defending Ukraine. 

While government officials reaffirm the importance of the US-Saudi relationship, the American public expresses generally chilly feelings towards Saudi Arabia.

Kyiv, a capital city under siege, falters under the dangers of urbicide. As the victor emerges, so too does a new world order.

Roughly $24 billion in military aid has been authorized for Ukraine since August—dwarfing total US assistance to the country in all previous years.

The United States and Germany are sending their best tanks to Ukraine. Here’s why that matters.

Fifty years ago, US President Richard Nixon traveled to China and established the basis for a normalization of relations between the two powers. Are we due for another transformation?

American perceptions of whether Russia or Ukraine is winning the war are key to support for ongoing US assistance to Kyiv.

It's been a busy 2021. Recap the year with the survey team's analyses of public opinion on the most critical issues at home and around the world.

Reflect on the year with highlights from the Council's public opinion research and analysis.

Over the past 12 months, our pollsters tracked public attitudes on everything from the war in Ukraine to conflict in the Middle East.

Council President and Former US Ambassador to NATO Ivo H. Daalder reflects on the one-year anniversary of Russia's war in Ukraine.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy is addressing the U.S. Congress about the war in Ukraine with Russia, after meeting with President Joe Biden.

Admiral John Richardson joins the Chicago Council on Global Affairs’ Deep Dish podcast to discuss China, Russia, and the future of the Navy.

Some of the most important innovations in the news media may be happening in Africa. What can we learn?

Deep Dish unpacks if Biden really centered human rights in US foreign policy.

We breakdown the mystery behind the BRICS and its evolving role in shaping the global order.

Inside Russia, Putin is tightly controlling the narrative around his war in Ukraine. But externally, Russia's disinformation prowess is faltering. Here's why.

New York Times reporter Matina Stevis-Gridneff and sanctions expert Nicholas Mulder join Deep Dish to discuss how the sanctions crippling Russia affect the global economy.

On Deep Dish, we discuss if the ROK and Japan can finally resolve their fight over history and cooperate on Asia security.

Balancing power or increasing risk? Deep Dish explores what a multilateral defense pact for Asia might mean.